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performing

ADJECTIVE
fulfilling a function
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ADJECTIVE
taking part in a presentation
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After De La Cruz gibed that the race “isn’t about who you want performing at your niece’s quinceañera,” the Democrat said he was open to playing anyone’s quinceañera in the district.

From Slate ● Nov. 2, 2026

While the firm’s credit arm is facing pressure, about one third of its assets under management are held in collateralized loan obligation funds, which people familiar with the matter said are still performing well.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 30, 2026

It drew the spotlight in 2024, when Anant's lavish pre-wedding celebrations there brought Mark Zuckerberg, Bill Gates and Ivanka Trump as guests, with Rihanna performing.

From Barron's ● Oct. 30, 2026

The regulator downgraded the firm from two stars out of a possible four to one, meaning it is now considered a "poor performing company" for its environmental impact.

From BBC ● Oct. 29, 2026

The original conspirators still gather for dinner occasionally, particularly when the circus is performing nearby, but this has become more and more infrequent.

From "The Night Circus" by Erin Morgenstern


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