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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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Recent Examples on the Web Metz was honored with one Primetime Emmy and two Golden Globe nominations for her performance on the series. Ryan Coleman, EW.com, 26 Oct. 2024 Huston received a Golden Globe nomination for her performance. Keith Langston, People.com, 26 Oct. 2024 Testers considered performance across four primary categories: efficacy, texture and experience, fragrance, and packaging. Jennifer Hussein, Allure, 26 Oct. 2024 As such, the trade outlook is highly uncertain, the only saving grace is that falling rates and steady economic performance will help to soften any macro blow. Mike O'Sullivan, Forbes, 14 Oct. 2024 See all Example Sentences for performance 

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“Performance.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/performance. Accessed 31 Oct. 2024.

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