specific performance
noun
1
: the performance of a legal contract strictly or substantially according to its terms
2
: an equitable remedy enjoining specific performance
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LLMs are trained to perform general tasks rather than achieve specific performance on narrow benchmarks in tailored context.
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Anjana Susarla, Forbes.com, 11 Aug. 2025
The unique characteristics of TENCEL™ fibers with Micro technology have enabled adoption across diverse textile segments, as leading brands capitalize on specific performance characteristics that address real consumer needs.
—Sj Studio, Sourcing Journal, 30 June 2025
The setup, admittedly, requires a bit of forethought and planning for fans seeking out specific performances, but PEOPLE was there from (practically) start to finish Thursday, Friday and Saturday to check out every bit of the action.
—Chris Barilla, People.com, 10 June 2025
Actually worse than the Blueprint’s excessive spending requirements is the school reform plan’s lack of specific performance objectives and milestones.
—Reader Commentary, Baltimore Sun, 16 May 2025
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Anjana Susarla, Forbes.com, 11 Aug. 2025
The unique characteristics of TENCEL™ fibers with Micro technology have enabled adoption across diverse textile segments, as leading brands capitalize on specific performance characteristics that address real consumer needs.
—Sj Studio, Sourcing Journal, 30 June 2025
The setup, admittedly, requires a bit of forethought and planning for fans seeking out specific performances, but PEOPLE was there from (practically) start to finish Thursday, Friday and Saturday to check out every bit of the action.
—Chris Barilla, People.com, 10 June 2025
Actually worse than the Blueprint’s excessive spending requirements is the school reform plan’s lack of specific performance objectives and milestones.
—Reader Commentary, Baltimore Sun, 16 May 2025
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“Specific performance.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/specific%20performance. Accessed 8 Sep. 2025.
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