as in actions
the way or manner in which one conducts oneself
usually the enfant terrible, he's promising to be on his best behavior for the party
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Recent Examples of behavior
Why Amanda Bynes left acting behind While Bynes was excelling on-screen at Nickelodeon, horror stories of strange and inappropriate behavior from showrunner Dan Schneider have since surfaced.
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Stephan Pechdimaldji, Newsweek, 14 Dec. 2024
The two even went as far as to allege that her behavior seemed more focused on her appearance than helping PnB Rock after he was injured.
—Amber Corrine, VIBE.com, 13 Dec. 2024
Sterman offered the following tips and behaviors for parents to consider engaging in:
Come up with unique ideas and new ways of doing things.
—Mia Taylor, Parents, 13 Dec. 2024
Some bad boss behaviors, like a boss throwing files at people, are easily recognizable.
—Kathleen Shanley, Forbes, 3 Dec. 2024
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Stephan Pechdimaldji, Newsweek, 14 Dec. 2024
The two even went as far as to allege that her behavior seemed more focused on her appearance than helping PnB Rock after he was injured.
—Amber Corrine, VIBE.com, 13 Dec. 2024
Sterman offered the following tips and behaviors for parents to consider engaging in:
Come up with unique ideas and new ways of doing things.
—Mia Taylor, Parents, 13 Dec. 2024
Some bad boss behaviors, like a boss throwing files at people, are easily recognizable.
—Kathleen Shanley, Forbes, 3 Dec. 2024
See all Example Sentences for behavior
Recent Examples of Synonyms for behavior
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Former progressive allies, some with wise, old heads, either stood up against Johnson’s actions or looked away and let their silence and disappointment speak for them.The Editorial Board, Chicago Tribune, 24 Dec. 2024
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The plaintiffs seek damages, restitution, and penalties, arguing that the defendants' actions resulted in fraud and unjust enrichment.Hannah Parry, Newsweek, 24 Dec. 2024
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Along the way, their drastically different personalities—Mike’s smooth-talking, risk-taking demeanor versus Marcus’s cautious, stress-laden approach—create both thrilling and hilarious friction as their mission spirals out of control.Travis Bean, Forbes, 21 Dec. 2024
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The news shocked the football world as many speculated Purdy wouldn't ask the 49ers for much money given his humble demeanor.Benedict Cosgrove, Newsweek, 20 Dec. 2024
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The clash of timing musically mirrors the combative attitudes and conflicting agendas of the various factions within the College of Cardinals.Sarah Shachat, IndieWire, 14 Dec. 2024
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These limits are not part of the formal policy but are shaped by the workplace environment, including the behavior and attitudes of leaders and colleagues.Christine Michel Carter, Forbes, 14 Dec. 2024
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“Behavior.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/behavior. Accessed 29 Dec. 2024.
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