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performing

ADJECTIVE
fulfilling a function
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ADJECTIVE
taking part in a presentation
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And, as CEO, I’ve never had better tools to measure exactly how the business is performing, including identifying our rising stars.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 20, 2026

In 1977, Roy Ayers Ubiquity made its “Soul Train” debut, performing “Sunshine” on the legendary musical variety show, and gaining a new level of exposure for the song.

From Los Angeles Times • May 19, 2026

Bruel, who is currently performing at a Paris theatre, wrote in a post on Instagram that he had never in his life "forced myself on a woman".

From BBC • May 19, 2026

With investor protection a bit lower, Evercore said they’re now recommeding “tapping the brakes” on low defensive stocks — such as strongly performing tech names.

From MarketWatch • May 19, 2026

It is also possible that most of the hazmats are performing the action they call sleep.

From "A Rover's Story" by Jasmine Warga




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