for good behavior
idiom
: because of having not caused problems
Inmates may be released from prison early for good behavior.
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As of today's writing, the Bureau of Prisons website lists Combs' release date as May 8, 2028, which suggests he may be let out early for good behavior.
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Ingrid Vasquez, PEOPLE, 5 Nov. 2025
Her sentence has already been reduced slightly, possibly for good behavior, but not significantly.
—PC Magazine, 4 Nov. 2025
When paired with treats and verbal praise for good behavior, these tools can help your dog out of the frantic barking loop.
—Madeline Gunderson, USA Today, 2 Nov. 2025
Combs is slated to be released on May 8, 2028, but could be released earlier for good behavior or completing certain programs in prison.
—Adam Reiss, NBC news, 31 Oct. 2025
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Ingrid Vasquez, PEOPLE, 5 Nov. 2025
Her sentence has already been reduced slightly, possibly for good behavior, but not significantly.
—PC Magazine, 4 Nov. 2025
When paired with treats and verbal praise for good behavior, these tools can help your dog out of the frantic barking loop.
—Madeline Gunderson, USA Today, 2 Nov. 2025
Combs is slated to be released on May 8, 2028, but could be released earlier for good behavior or completing certain programs in prison.
—Adam Reiss, NBC news, 31 Oct. 2025
See All Example Sentences for for good behavior
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“For good behavior.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/for%20good%20behavior. Accessed 9 Nov. 2025.
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