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performance

noun

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Meaning

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The act of doing something, especially in front of an audience, or how well something works.

Example Sentence

The school play was a great performance, with all the students acting their parts brilliantly.

Usage Note

Describes how well someone or something does a task, especially in public (like a play or concert), or how well a machine or system functions.