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performing

ADJECTIVE
fulfilling a function
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ADJECTIVE
taking part in a presentation
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The Kennedy Center on Monday dropped US President Donald Trump's name from the website of the performing arts venue.

From Barron's • Jun. 8, 2026

Sea hags have nothing on the fear of performing Nile’s drunken dancing in “The Beast in Me.”

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 8, 2026

He adds that WELL’s clinical businesses and healthcare technology stack are both performing well, with margin expansion expected as AI initiatives and a sizeable M&A pipeline drive the next phase of growth.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 5, 2026

Janet Jackson, Lionel Richie and Wyclef Jean have already signed up to appear at the festival, with Craig David, Blue and Ruby Roberts performing as special guests with Aguilera.

From BBC • Jun. 4, 2026

I feel like I’m simultaneously juggling, running, and performing a ballet routine.

From "Kwame Crashes the Underworld" by Craig Kofi Farmer




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