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performance

[per-fawr-muhns] / pərˈfɔr məns /




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When produced using conventional techniques, this material typically contains a mix of chlorine and oxygen on its surface, which interferes with its electrical performance.

From Science Daily • Apr. 4, 2026

Competing fund managers and bank traders say Lemssouguer’s approach is overly aggressive, causing his performance to swing wildly.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 4, 2026

And here, Orsolya’s sincere if haphazard search for understanding, visible in every fiber of Tompa’s affecting central performance, cleverly lets Jude expose the insufficiency in quick fixes.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 3, 2026

The risk/reward of staying in private funds isn’t good because fund performance has started to weaken and there is a risk of higher redemptions in the coming quarters.

From Barron's • Apr. 3, 2026

Yes, the president and Mrs. Lincoln would attend this evening’s performance of the popular if silly comedy Our American Cousin.

From "Chasing Lincoln's Killer" by James L. Swanson