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Discover LudwigThe phrase "a command performance" is correct and usable in written English.
It is typically used to refer to a performance that is given at the request of someone in authority, often implying that it is a special or important event.
Example: "The orchestra was thrilled to be invited to give a command performance for the royal family."
Alternatives: "special performance" or "requested performance".
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In 1901 Leno gave a command performance for King Edward VII, becoming the first music-hall performer to be so honoured.
"It was a command performance," Brue said.
I hadn't expected a command performance.
It was wonderful stuff, a command performance.
It wasn't a command performance from the Premier League champions.
And my dancers did a command performance for him.
It was a command performance and he was nervous.
The early days in Russia, a command performance.
Mrs. Clinton's last days in office were a triumphant march, a command performance.
Moore died in an airplane crash in Copenhagen following a command performance there.
With a command performance, Nova could strengthen the link to Pettitte.
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