1
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
The evening’s emotional center came courtesy of Academy Award-winner Ariana DeBose, whose stirring performance set a heartfelt tone.
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Vogue, 6 Apr. 2025
Events include rodeo performances, carnival rides, concerts, circus acts, monster truck shows, a Presidents’ Day Parade, livestock exhibitions, petting zoo, displays of dates from local growers, and more.
—Pat Doherty, Travel + Leisure, 6 Apr. 2025
The event is internationally recognized as the highest British theater honors and celebrates the foremost performances onstage, the overseas equivalent to the U.S.
—Natalie Oganesyan, Deadline, 6 Apr. 2025
While there is no maximum weight limit, teams try to be as close to the minimum as possible to optimize performance.
—Yara Elshebiny, Forbes, 23 Mar. 2025
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Vogue, 6 Apr. 2025
Events include rodeo performances, carnival rides, concerts, circus acts, monster truck shows, a Presidents’ Day Parade, livestock exhibitions, petting zoo, displays of dates from local growers, and more.
—Pat Doherty, Travel + Leisure, 6 Apr. 2025
The event is internationally recognized as the highest British theater honors and celebrates the foremost performances onstage, the overseas equivalent to the U.S.
—Natalie Oganesyan, Deadline, 6 Apr. 2025
While there is no maximum weight limit, teams try to be as close to the minimum as possible to optimize performance.
—Yara Elshebiny, Forbes, 23 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for performance
Noun
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Trump has used his order regarding trans athletes in particular to threaten lawsuits and loss of funding for the University of Pennsylvania and multiple educational bodies across Maine for alleged noncompliance with his interpretation of Title IX civil rights law.—
Samantha Riedel,
Them.,
4 Apr. 2025
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Following the hurricane, which lasted three episodes, Danny and Phillips were left to grapple with their conflicting interpretations of their romance.—
Max Gao,
Variety,
4 Apr. 2025
Noun
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In Iraq, executions nearly quadrupled over a year, the report said.—
Raja Krishnamoorthi,
MSNBC Newsweek,
9 Apr. 2025
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Duties include overseeing the diligence, structuring and execution of private market investments that support the energy transition and other sustainability focused investments consistent with the portfolio strategy.—
Veronica Fernandez-Alvarado,
Sacbee.com,
9 Apr. 2025
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Overall, Gemini Near Me’s goal is to empower users to become the best version of themselves by diving into self-exploration and embarking on a fascinating self-work journey—made possible by a plethora of interactive features.—
Emma Kershaw,
Forbes.com,
5 Apr. 2025
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Each version of Annie remains onstage throughout the play, reacting to what happens to her at other times in her life.—
Anna Russell,
New Yorker,
4 Apr. 2025
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This silk rendition by Markarian is simple, flattering, and overall perfect choice for city hall nuptials on a bright spring day.—
Sarah Zendejas,
Vogue,
6 Apr. 2025
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The latest rendition feels fresh and new, though, as the rice grains are crisped up individually rather than in patties or at the base of a pan.—
Karla Walsh,
Better Homes & Gardens,
4 Apr. 2025
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Demand in recent months has been heavier in sports and streaming, and the market appears poised for some uncertainty tied to the Trump administration’s implementation of tariffs, which have undermined the stock market.—
Brian Steinberg,
Variety,
7 Apr. 2025
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Nevertheless, healthcare lags behind other sectors in the implementation of digital strategies, according to Dr Rainer Sibbel, professor of international health management at Frankfurt School of Finance & Management.—
Sally Percy,
Forbes.com,
7 Apr. 2025
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On one level, Adolescence thus represented the fulfillment of Matt Remick’s dream: A blockbuster built around a modest budget, its structure and release controlled by a non-celebrity filmmaker who sipped tea, not Kool-Aid.—
Peter Bart,
Deadline,
10 Apr. 2025
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For many women, becoming an entrepreneur goes beyond the fulfillment of building your own business.—
Liz Elting,
Forbes.com,
9 Apr. 2025
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“Performance.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/performance. Accessed 15 Apr. 2025.
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