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performing

Pronunciation: [/pɚˈfɔɹmɪŋ/]

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performing: meanings and example sentences

Learn how to use performing in a sentence: 6 audio examples across 2 meanings.

Context: “entertainment”

(verb) to do something, usually in front of an audience, like singing, dancing, acting, or playing an instrument. It's like putting on a show or giving a performance.

Example

The band is performing at the concert tonight.

Example

She was too nervous to perform well in her audition.

Example

What are you performing at the talent show?

Context: “work”

(verb) to carry out a task or job, to complete a duty or responsibility. Like when you have a job to do and you are doing it.

Example

The actors are performing on stage for the last time this week.

Example

He failed to perform his duties as a team leader.

Example

How well did she perform in her presentation?

How to pronounce performing

Pronunciation: [/pɚˈfɔɹmɪŋ/]

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