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单词 perform
释义 perform

perform /pəˈfɔːm/ aep /pɚˈfɔːrm/

verb (DO) ↑Verb Endings for perform
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B2 [T] to do an action or piece of work:
» Computers can perform a variety of tasks.» The operation will be performed next week.» Most of the students performed well in the exam.Thesaurus+: ↑Acting and acts , ↑Dealing with things or people
perform well/badly
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F0 to operate/not operate in a satisfactory way:
» The equipment performed well during the tests.» These tyres perform badly/poorly in hot weather.Thesaurus+: ↑Functioning , ↑Performing a functionWord Builder:Nouns: performance, performerVerbs: perform
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Extra Examples:» We usually ask interviewees to perform a few simple tasks on the computer just to test their aptitude.» Reversing round a corner is one of the manoeuvres you are required to perform in a driving test.» In Britain, AIDS tests are now performed on all people who offer to become blood donors.» The operation is performed under anaesthetic.» He performs his duties very ably.
verb [I or T] (ENTERTAIN) ↑Verb Endings for perform
B1 to entertain people by dancing, singing, acting, or playing music: » Thomas and Elisa performed a rousing duet for violin and piano.» She composes and performs her own music.» A major Hollywood star will be performing on stage tonight.» The council plans to ban circuses with performing animals.Thesaurus+: ↑Playing music , ↑Singing in generalThesaurus+: ↑Celebrating and entertainingThesaurus+: ↑Singing in generalWord Builder:Nouns: performance, performerVerbs: perform
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Extra Examples:» I've seen her perform on television, but never in the flesh.» The orchestra is to perform its last ever concert tomorrow night at the Albert Hall.» The choir will be performing the Hallelujah Chorus at the concert.» She is performing in Birmingham tonight, on the third leg of her nationwide tour.» They're performing twice nightly at the Playhouse Theatre.
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