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performs

  • present tense form
    of perform (3rd person singular).
    perform
    verb (used with object)
    to carry out; execute; do.

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Styles' music played in the shops and staff wore ties to "dress up" like the artist, who often performs wearing the accessory.

From BBC Sep. 18, 2026

This method allows researchers to compare multiple therapies across many different trials and estimate how each one performs relative to the others.

From Science Daily Sep. 15, 2026

And if he performs in the postseason, that will drown out any lingering what-ifs.

From Los Angeles Times Sep. 10, 2026

In recalling these roots musicians, who kept the tunes alive, Mr. Wade performs a vital service.

From The Wall Street Journal Sep. 4, 2026

He found out that the returning bee performs a wonderful “waggle dance” that tells the others exactly where to go.

From "My Life with the Chimpanzees" by Jane Goodall