Thinking on Thursday

Today's brain bender:

Find the word that fits the definitions below when it's 1) a whole word and 2) divided into two words.

1) Whole word: pained expression

2) Two words: a. severe b. star performer

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Okay, I am off to go try to catch up with me before I lap myself (how did I get so behind???). As always, answers to follow in the comments.

Update: Today's winner and official smartypants is Rachel from Pereiraville! And I always thought that the Grimace was just one of Ronald McDonald's friends....