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performing

ADJECTIVE
fulfilling a function
Synonyms


ADJECTIVE
taking part in a presentation
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Other data will be watched for signs of how the U.S. economy is performing during the Middle East war.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 3, 2026

But the number of geishas, who once made a living through performing for Japan's wealthy elite, is in decline.

From Barron's • Apr. 3, 2026

The musician, 31, is performing as Zidler – the show's eccentric master of ceremonies – marking her highly anticipated Broadway debut.

From BBC • Apr. 1, 2026

It’s still the world’s best performing stock market of 2026 but at this rate it won’t be for much longer.

From MarketWatch • Mar. 31, 2026

Mr. T had to do some explaining, and after a while we were let back inside, but Luke wasn’t performing any more experiments for us.

From "Because of Mr. Terupt" by Rob Buyea