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as in interpretations
a presentation of an artistic work (as a piece of music) from a particular point of view
a disappointing, lackluster performance of a classic of the musical theater
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as in executions
the doing of an action
the performance of her nightly ritual, the taking of a warm bath, calmed her
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Recent Examples of performances
The 10,000-capacity auditorium, opened in 1952, has hosted performances from a slew of music icons such as Luis Miguel, Gloria Trevi, Shakira, Bon Jovi and Cyndi Lauper.
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Edward Segarra, USA TODAY, 11 Dec. 2024
The performances here are exceptional.
—Aramide Tinubu, Variety, 11 Dec. 2024
Set in Music City, the special will feature more than 40 performances, while Nashville counts down to midnight with the East Coast, and continues the festivities through midnight Central Time with the city’s signature Music Note Drop at the Bicentennial Mall stage.
—Jessica Nicholson, Billboard, 11 Dec. 2024
Aligning with Apple in 2023, the production was elevated even more, resulting in record audience numbers for recent performances featuring Usher (2024) and Rihanna (2023).
—Kevin Dolak, The Hollywood Reporter, 11 Dec. 2024
The special, which will be headlined by Kane Brown, Keith Urban and Jelly Roll, will also feature performances from Shaboozey, Luke Bryan, Eric Church, Luke Combs, Tyler Hubbard, Miranda Lambert, Post Malone, Brittney Spencer, Chris Stapleton, Lainey Wilson and Zach Top.
—Jessica Nicholson, Billboard, 11 Dec. 2024
The institution will celebrate Rahman’s appointment with an Indian music event featuring student performances of his work at Blackheath Halls on March 7, 2025.
—Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 11 Dec. 2024
Developed by Osaka University and Mixi Corporation, this humanoid robot has been used in various experimental settings, including conducting orchestras, participating in theatrical performances, and exploring the intersection of robotics and the arts.
—Kaif Shaikh, Interesting Engineering, 10 Dec. 2024
Dick Clark’s New Year’s Rockin’ Eve, which started in 1970, reflects on the past year with global musical performances and celebrity cameos.
—Kalia Richardson, Rolling Stone, 10 Dec. 2024
Edward Segarra, USA TODAY, 11 Dec. 2024
The performances here are exceptional.
—Aramide Tinubu, Variety, 11 Dec. 2024
Set in Music City, the special will feature more than 40 performances, while Nashville counts down to midnight with the East Coast, and continues the festivities through midnight Central Time with the city’s signature Music Note Drop at the Bicentennial Mall stage.
—Jessica Nicholson, Billboard, 11 Dec. 2024
Aligning with Apple in 2023, the production was elevated even more, resulting in record audience numbers for recent performances featuring Usher (2024) and Rihanna (2023).
—Kevin Dolak, The Hollywood Reporter, 11 Dec. 2024
The special, which will be headlined by Kane Brown, Keith Urban and Jelly Roll, will also feature performances from Shaboozey, Luke Bryan, Eric Church, Luke Combs, Tyler Hubbard, Miranda Lambert, Post Malone, Brittney Spencer, Chris Stapleton, Lainey Wilson and Zach Top.
—Jessica Nicholson, Billboard, 11 Dec. 2024
The institution will celebrate Rahman’s appointment with an Indian music event featuring student performances of his work at Blackheath Halls on March 7, 2025.
—Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 11 Dec. 2024
Developed by Osaka University and Mixi Corporation, this humanoid robot has been used in various experimental settings, including conducting orchestras, participating in theatrical performances, and exploring the intersection of robotics and the arts.
—Kaif Shaikh, Interesting Engineering, 10 Dec. 2024
Dick Clark’s New Year’s Rockin’ Eve, which started in 1970, reflects on the past year with global musical performances and celebrity cameos.
—Kalia Richardson, Rolling Stone, 10 Dec. 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for performances
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Today, the brand is known for its modern interpretations of trends with a slightly vintage aesthetic.Kristen Bateman, Vogue, 11 Dec. 2024
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My practice involves disputes over interpretations of tax statutes and regulations and other rules related to the emerging industry of digital assets and blockchain technology.Joshua D. Smeltzer, Forbes, 9 Dec. 2024
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The Department of Justice announced a moratorium on federal executions in 2021.Khaleda Rahman, Newsweek, 10 Dec. 2024
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However, the Associated Press reported last year that the department was fighting to maintain the sentences of death row inmates even after pausing executions.Khaleda Rahman, Newsweek, 10 Dec. 2024
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As the closest living relatives to animals today, their genomes harbor versions of Sox and POU genes, which play pivotal roles in regulating cellular behavior.Scott Travers, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
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The 38 mm versions of the Classic Fusion are sleek and comfortable.Allen Farmelo, Robb Report, 11 Dec. 2024
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The album features renditions of holiday classics and nine original tracks.Denise Petski, Deadline, 10 Dec. 2024
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The Irish rockers spent months doling out short projects that were centered around specific songs, giving fans live renditions, remixes, and the like.Hugh McIntyre, Forbes, 5 Dec. 2024
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In an extensive interview with the publication, the athlete known for her logo 3s and expert passes offers her own perspective on her transformative accomplishments — and the consequences of being in the spotlight.Anna Lazarus Caplan, People.com, 10 Dec. 2024
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Women are less likely than men to highlight their abilities and accomplishments when presenting themselves to potential employers.Kim Elsesser, Forbes, 10 Dec. 2024
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As retailers prepare for possible tariff implementations, success will likely depend on their ability to balance operational efficiency, pricing strategy, and brand value perception while keeping a pulse on consumer buying behaviors.Shelley E. Kohan, Forbes, 9 Dec. 2024
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Integration complexity presents another significant challenge, with most implementations requiring 12 to 24 months for full deployment.Raghunandan Gurumurthy, Forbes, 4 Dec. 2024
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To unlock this potential, organizations can implement several key strategies, including fostering open communication, recognizing achievements, promoting professional development and aligning company values with daily operations.Anna Convery-Pelletier, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
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Practical actions can include celebrating employee achievements, encouraging staff participation in brand initiatives and highlighting employee stories in external communications.Anna Convery-Pelletier, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
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“Performances.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/performances. Accessed 22 Dec. 2024.
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