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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
Gordon said that Kershaw elevated his teammates with his performance.
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Ryan Canfield, FOXNews.com, 7 Oct. 2025
If people who create movies believe in their own art form, the performance that matters to them should be that of actors on set.
—Gershom Gorenberg, The Atlantic, 3 Oct. 2025
After the performance, Swift sang Carpenter’s praises.
—Emily Zemler, Rolling Stone, 3 Oct. 2025
One key issue remains: the performance of SpaceX’s Starship, a gargantuan rocket system that is expected to ferry NASA astronauts from their spacecraft to the moon’s surface during Artemis III.
—Jackie Wattles, CNN Money, 3 Oct. 2025
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Ryan Canfield, FOXNews.com, 7 Oct. 2025
If people who create movies believe in their own art form, the performance that matters to them should be that of actors on set.
—Gershom Gorenberg, The Atlantic, 3 Oct. 2025
After the performance, Swift sang Carpenter’s praises.
—Emily Zemler, Rolling Stone, 3 Oct. 2025
One key issue remains: the performance of SpaceX’s Starship, a gargantuan rocket system that is expected to ferry NASA astronauts from their spacecraft to the moon’s surface during Artemis III.
—Jackie Wattles, CNN Money, 3 Oct. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for performance
Noun
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Each artist created their own interpretations of Jacobs’ signature silhouettes, ranging from the Tote Bag and Snapshot to ready-to-wear, accessories and wallets, through the lens of joy as wearable fashions.—
Lisa Lockwood,
Footwear News,
2 Oct. 2025
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Modern interpretations of inns layer rustic charm with contemporary finishes.—
Elly Leavitt,
Vogue,
1 Oct. 2025
Noun
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The execution was off, but the call was the right one at the perfect time.—
Scott Dochterman,
New York Times,
5 Oct. 2025
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Another canvas which adapts well to nearly any shade thrown its way is the Air Jordan 12, which will soon take on a new white-and-green execution that’s said to be inspired by the NBA’s Milwaukee Bucks.—
Riley Jones,
Footwear News,
5 Oct. 2025
Noun
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Gunner Stockton has been good, but this version of Carson Beck would have been quite the thing.—
Seth Emerson,
New York Times,
7 Oct. 2025
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Unlike the version from the ‘90s and early aughts, this revamped plushy is actually super cute, looking more like a fairie than a creepy animatronic.—
Anja Webb,
Parents,
7 Oct. 2025
Noun
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The singers behind Huntrix, the group at the center of Netflix‘s blockbuster movie, performed their first full-length live rendition of the chart-topping single on Jimmy Fallon‘s late night show and then took the couch to be interviewed by the host.—
Jackie Strause,
HollywoodReporter,
8 Oct. 2025
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Other than Lopez, Daniels has been busy over the past few months, continuing to surprise celebrities with his own musical renditions.—
Luke Chinman,
PEOPLE,
8 Oct. 2025
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Second, ensure the whole executive team fully buys into the idea and holds others accountable for implementation.—
Adam Gale,
Fortune,
9 Oct. 2025
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Trump reportedly may travel to Egypt as soon as Saturday to oversee implementation.—
Callum Sutherland,
Time,
9 Oct. 2025
Noun
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As the excitement mounts, lingering questions of purpose and fulfillment bubble to the surface, revealing the hidden costs of fame and the crossroads between love and ambition.—
Zac Ntim,
Deadline,
6 Oct. 2025
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The most extraordinary things a woman can achieve are self-fulfilment and a strong sense of self-identity.—
Essence,
Essence,
6 Oct. 2025
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“Performance.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/performance. Accessed 9 Oct. 2025.
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