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Britannica Dictionary definition of PERFORM
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to do an action or activity that usually requires training or skill
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The doctor had to perform surgery immediately.
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A team of six scientists performed [=carried out] the experiment.
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He has been unable to perform [=complete, fulfill] his duties since the accident.
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The magician performed some amazing tricks.
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The gymnasts performed their routines perfectly.
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You are required to perform 50 hours of community service.
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The wedding (ceremony) was performed by a justice of the peace. = A justice of the peace performed the wedding (ceremony).
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You can't expect me to perform miracles. [=to do something that is impossible]
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to entertain an audience by singing, acting, etc.
[no object]
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The band will be performing on the main stage.
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She's a wonderful singer who loves to perform before a live audience.
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The band will perform songs from their new album.
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The class performed the play for the school.
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He performed [=acted] the part/role of Othello. [=he played Othello; he said the words and did the actions of the character Othello]
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[no object]
— used to describe how effective or successful someone or something is
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The stock market is performing well/badly.
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The engine/computer was performing poorly.
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I perform best under pressure.
