performs
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present tense formof perform (3rd person singular).present tense
Used to describe things happening now or regularly.
Example Sentences
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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
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