Simulated; performing the functions of something that isn't really there.

He is essentially performing the function of a studio all by himself."

Each member is encouraged to speculate on alternative methods of performing the functions at lower cost.

In effect, the agency said, Sharp was claiming "any and every means for performing the function" of the algorithm.

The court also rejected his argument that the term "employee" was limited to "someone performing the functions of a public office."

Mechanism arrows that provide supporting means for performing the function join (point up to) the bottom of the box.

For most commands, like temperature settings and street address numbers, it confirms your choice before performing the function so you can correct any errors.

In the interim, the company has another individual that is performing the functions of CEO.

In performing the function of judicial review, the judges insist that their role is judicial and not political.

It is the main Lithuanian research library open to the public, and also performing the functions of a parliamentary library.

By 1845 Ellsworth's patent office was performing the functions of a full-fledged agricultural bureau.

Monsignor Sheeran is still president but is performing the functions of both president and chancellor.

And this time, performing the functions that the descolada had once fulfilled, was Ela's new recolada virus.

(2) To inquire into the manner in and extent to which the employee considered or studied material in performing the function.

(3) To inquire into the bases, reasons, mental processes, analyses, or conclusions of that Office employee in performing the function.

This allowed LC 580 users to watch and record video, essentially performing the function of a television as well as a computer.

Following are the essential qualifications and conditions for the leader: a. Scholarship, as required for performing the functions of religious leader in different fields.

Episodes usually end with Kirenenko damaging Mechanenko, reprogramming it into performing the function perfectly for him.

Trace fossils are formed by organisms performing the functions of their everyday life, such as walking, crawling, burrowing, boring, or feeding.

He could not draw wages for being a ship steward without faithfully performing the functions of ship steward.

Answer: The person performing the function of CEO at the time of the filing should provide the certification.

The limbs play a major part in the movement of the horse, with the legs performing the functions of absorbing impact, bearing weight, and providing thrust.

The CAB concluded that the "flight crew was not capable of performing the function or assuming the responsibility for the job they presumed to do."

This not only lets players feel as if they are actually performing the function, but also helps reinforce the correct muscle pattern for the activity being simulated.

That THKO was a unique organisation, performing the functions of both of these two organisations simultaneously.

Power systems deliver energy to loads that perform a function.

They perform a function that clearly no one else in society fulfils.

They were merely performing a function of their superior biology.

The deputy director's airplane was performing a function it had never been designed for.

An object must have the capability to perform a function or to achieve an end.

Tonight, he was performing a function which was part of his routine.

The league directive says, "Persons performing a function connected with the game."

Such an agreement performs a function equivalent to a forward contract or futures.

They didn't need him, they just needed someone to fill the role, perform a function.

The Intelligence Committee performed a function something like an advance patrol.

"I think that our organizations in some ways perform a function similar to that of an old-fashioned social club."

They also performed a function nearly identical to the miracle potions inside the jars.

The use of material to create or maintain a structure that performs a function in relation to the landfill site as a whole.

Unless it is performing a function that requires them to expand, the vaginal walls rest against each other.

It is just like an engine - totally calculated to perform a function.'

My guess is they were trying to infect a tech's laptop, that would then perform a function on another piece of equipment.

In September 2010, it became illegal to wear face coverings unless specifically needed to perform a function.

It really did appear that she had performed a function she had been trained to do.

These are concerned with performing a function that implements at least part of the key transformation of the organization.

Within a few months, the organization offered me a full-time position that was created to perform a function that resulted from my extra work.

"It is my contention that Deep Sleep performed a function beyond simple conservation of resources.

Parking garages perform a function, but truffles delight the palate, a much higher calling.

Interns in this department will have the unique opportunity to perform a function or supporting role that touches a wide range of offices and staff.

What is the... attraction of performing a function?

As in many stories for the young readers, less important characters often seem to perform a function than to act as full 3D individuals.