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
In your relationships Masochism can present itself in the form of self-sacrificing behavior, whether with co-workers, friendships or romantic partners.
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Judith Joseph, Contributor, CNBC, 8 Apr. 2025
That a majority of this court now rewards the government for its behavior with discretionary equitable relief is indefensible.
—Melissa Quinn, CBS News, 7 Apr. 2025
Why do Californians have to wait for the feds to investigate bad behavior to get any accountability?
—Matt Fleming, Oc Register, 7 Apr. 2025
Animal trainers know that animal behavior can be influenced by rewarding desirable behaviors.
—Ambuj Tewari, The Conversation, 7 Apr. 2025
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Judith Joseph, Contributor, CNBC, 8 Apr. 2025
That a majority of this court now rewards the government for its behavior with discretionary equitable relief is indefensible.
—Melissa Quinn, CBS News, 7 Apr. 2025
Why do Californians have to wait for the feds to investigate bad behavior to get any accountability?
—Matt Fleming, Oc Register, 7 Apr. 2025
Animal trainers know that animal behavior can be influenced by rewarding desirable behaviors.
—Ambuj Tewari, The Conversation, 7 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for behavior
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At the same time, record global temperatures and California’s aggressive regulatory actions served as stark reminders of the urgency of balancing energy growth with sustainability.—
Robert Rapier,
Forbes,
24 Dec. 2024
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While the Supreme Court ruled in a very broad decision last term that the President has absolute immunity for official actions, that ruling does not apply to his subordinates throughout the executive branch.—
Josh Hammer,
Newsweek,
24 Dec. 2024
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In the quiet corridors of Berkshire Hathaway’s modest headquarters in Omaha, the Oracle himself shared his thoughts about the latest economic saber-rattling with the calm demeanor that has guided investors through countless storms.—
Robert Daugherty,
Forbes.com,
3 Apr. 2025
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Happy Birthday for Monday, March 31, 2025: People like your calm and steady demeanor.—
Georgia Nicols,
Denver Post,
31 Mar. 2025
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Use this insider knowledge to your advantage.) Come to the table with the attitude of creating a win-win scenario for yourself and the seller.—
Ryan Serhant,
Forbes.com,
7 Apr. 2025
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Like a lot of that stuff increases your overall perspective on life and your attitude and stuff.—
Kevin Acee,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
7 Apr. 2025
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“Behavior.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/behavior. Accessed 15 Apr. 2025.
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