bearings

noun

plural of bearing
as in behaviors
the way or manner in which one conducts oneself always retained his military bearing, even after he entered politics

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Recent Examples of bearings What makes the Drama races different is that Apple TV series have struggled much more to find its bearings here. — Marcus Jones, IndieWire, 15 July 2026 When sprinklers get silly In 2024, New York University applied mathematician Leif Ristroph and several colleagues built their own custom sprinkler that incorporated ultra-low-friction rotary bearings so their device could spin freely. — Jennifer Ouellette, ArsTechnica, 13 July 2026 In addition to the superstructure being rehabilitated, the bridge bearings will be rehabilitated and replaced. — Sean Krofssik, Hartford Courant, 6 July 2026 Many basic jump ropes are $10-$15, while those with extra features like ergonomic handles or ball bearings cost closer to $30. — Bestreviews, Mercury News, 2 July 2026 The planemaker sought the change even after receiving reports about seven of the flaws in the bearings well before the planes had reached their original inspection limits. — ABC News, 1 July 2026 For example, look for shower curtain rings fitted with ball bearings. — Shivani Vyas, Better Homes & Gardens, 23 June 2026 The new hardware includes new wishbones, uprights, wheel hubs, and bearings. — Basem Wasef, Robb Report, 17 June 2026 The ancient tradition of Christian humanism has, in times past, helped Christianity recover its bearings. — Peter Wehner, The Atlantic, 10 June 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for bearings
  1. behaviors
  2. actions
  3. demeanors
  4. manners
Noun
  • Generally, to be considered autistic, a person must have exhibited social difficulties and repetitive behaviors—such as hand-flapping and spinning—from before the age of 5.
    — Olga Khazan, The Atlantic, 20 July 2026
  • But those strengths need to be paired with self-awareness, communication, patience, emotional maturity and trust-building behaviors.
    — Susan Curtin, Forbes.com, 20 July 2026
Definition of behaviors
Noun
  • The reliance on emergency actions, like diesel backup generators, incurs significant costs for ratepayers and increases air pollution.
    — Anna Demeo, Forbes.com, 21 July 2026
  • His actions and words have always reflected a player who believes in his teammates and what the Blackhawks are building.
    — Scott Powers, New York Times, 20 July 2026
Definition of actions
Noun
  • Ashley and Austin's demeanors change while walking to the car after the fundraiser.
    — Skyler Trepel, PEOPLE, 16 Apr. 2026
  • Of the rest, demeanors vary, but only Hoiberg can yell at officials and still manage to do it in a sort of friendly way.
    — Joe Rexrode, New York Times, 25 Mar. 2026
Definition of demeanors
Noun
  • Abroad, it will be interpreted as representing the manners of all Americans, so your embarrassment is understandable.
    — Judith Martin, Mercury News, 15 July 2026
  • While the children are still young, Kate, who has partnered with JonnyPops on the brand’s Magic of Kindness campaign, has made good manners a priority in her household.
    — Genevieve Uzamere, PEOPLE, 14 July 2026
Definition of manners

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