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performing

ADJECTIVE
fulfilling a function
Synonyms


ADJECTIVE
taking part in a presentation
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“Open-ended and non-specific requests for alien engagement in detention facilities effectively shift to ICE the responsibility of supporting congressional members in performing their legislative duties,” Lyons wrote.

From Los Angeles Times • May 12, 2026

Inspectors highlighted staff shortages, low morale, a failure to investigate and learn from incidents and delays to performing C-sections and inductions.

From BBC • May 11, 2026

The concept will feature acts like Paris Hilton and Kim Petras performing on a remote stage as the show is beamed into theaters around the country.

From Los Angeles Times • May 8, 2026

She founded her consulting firm, It’s All Greek to Me, in 2017 after spending over 20 years performing similar services pro-bono for her friends’ kids.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 8, 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