behave in a certain manner; show a certain behavior; conduct or comport oneself | be the winner in a contest or competition; be victorious |
pretend to have certain qualities or state of mind | obtain advantages, such as points, etc. |
discharge one's duties | win something through one's efforts |
play a role or part | acquire or deserve by one's efforts or actions |
perform on a stage or theater | attain success or reach a desired goal |
behave unnaturally or affectedly | |
perform an action, or work out or perform (an action) | |
have an effect or outcome; often the one desired or expected | |
be suitable for theatrical performance | |