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as in interpretation
a presentation of an artistic work (as a piece of music) from a particular point of view
a disappointing, lackluster performance of a classic of the musical theater
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as in execution
the doing of an action
the performance of her nightly ritual, the taking of a warm bath, calmed her
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Recent Examples of performance
Rocket markets various brand campaigns and performance marketing channels to clients through its Direct-to-Consumer segment.
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Kenneth Squire, CNBC, 24 May 2025
In that series, Siakam recorded at least two 21-point performances while averaging 17.8 per game.
—Fiifi Frimpong, New York Daily News, 24 May 2025
According to data from Downdetector, X's performance issues began to mount at roughly 8:20 a.m. ET this morning, peaking around 40 minutes later before slowly declining.
—Will McCurdy, PC Magazine, 24 May 2025
Huge performance from pitcher Devin Miller with the season on the line.
—Charles Baggarly, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 24 May 2025
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Kenneth Squire, CNBC, 24 May 2025
In that series, Siakam recorded at least two 21-point performances while averaging 17.8 per game.
—Fiifi Frimpong, New York Daily News, 24 May 2025
According to data from Downdetector, X's performance issues began to mount at roughly 8:20 a.m. ET this morning, peaking around 40 minutes later before slowly declining.
—Will McCurdy, PC Magazine, 24 May 2025
Huge performance from pitcher Devin Miller with the season on the line.
—Charles Baggarly, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 24 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for performance
Noun
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Some council members questioned Fox’s interpretation of the law.—
Chase Jordan,
Charlotte Observer,
22 May 2025
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The Senate Parliamentarian, a non-partisan advisor to the congressional body, upheld that interpretation, ruling that the Senate couldn’t use the Congressional Review Act to repeal California’s waivers.—
Tony Briscoe,
Los Angeles Times,
22 May 2025
Noun
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Somewhere between good intentions and poor execution, things unraveled.—
Ashar Samdani,
Forbes.com,
28 May 2025
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The latter facilitate the execution of a design vision or ensure repetitive tasks where resources are rare.—
Lily Templeton,
Footwear News,
26 May 2025
Noun
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The World Cup has most recently been aired by NBC, which remains the broadcaster of the Olympic Games and therefore will retain the rights to Rugby Sevens, the seven-a-side version of the sport, during the Los Angeles Olympics in 2028.—
Adam Crafton,
New York Times,
22 May 2025
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Make sure your browser supports WebGL to see the full version.—
Michael James Rocha,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
22 May 2025
Noun
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Lady Gaga and Samberg sang a soulful rendition of the song during the SNL 50: The Homecoming Concert special at Radio City Music Hall in New York City in February.—
Marina Watts,
People.com,
22 May 2025
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As Hay playfully commented, the Opry offered a stark contrast to other highbrow programs populating the airwaves, swapping symphonies and arias for jaunty renditions of old Anglo-Celtic, European and African-American ballads played on the fiddle, banjo and guitar.—
Lindsay Kusiak,
Smithsonian Magazine,
19 May 2025
Noun
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Though agentic’s capabilities are shaping up to make a large impact on the retail, fashion and apparel industries, many companies have struggled to adopt sweeping AI systems, instead opting for one-off, test-and-learn style implementations.—
Meghan Hall,
Sourcing Journal,
23 May 2025
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Full implementation of the 2023 Minnesota Rehabilitation & Reinvestment Act before transferring any inmate (MRRA allows qualified inmates a chance to shave an additional 17 percent off their sentences).—
Mary Divine,
Twin Cities,
23 May 2025
Noun
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Alex feels relief, excitement, fear and fulfillment.—
Jackie Strause,
HollywoodReporter,
28 May 2025
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These are often the activities that require the deepest focus and bring you the most fulfillment, such as strategizing, writing, designing, problem-solving, or making key decisions.—
Luciana Paulise,
Forbes.com,
28 May 2025
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“Performance.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/performance. Accessed 2 Jun. 2025.
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