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Recent Examples of behavior People often gravitate toward kittens because of their playfulness, cuteness and an adopter's preference to shape the animal's behavior. Nicholas Creel, MSNBC Newsweek, 19 Apr. 2025 An abundance of research shows that spanking causes increased negative behaviors in childhood. Christina Erickson, The Conversation, 18 Apr. 2025 Some parents worry that Alexa's high tolerance for rudeness instills poor behavior in their kids, according to Quartz. Emily Forlini, PC Magazine, 18 Apr. 2025 When conflict arises — a toddler might have a tearful tantrum, or an older kid may shout or lash out — a ‘democratic parent’ should be mindful of the fact that there is likely a root cause of the difficult behavior. Miranda Rake, Parents, 14 Mar. 2025 See All Example Sentences for behavior
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Noun
  • These seemingly innocuous actions can kindle dry grass, potentially triggering a wildfire.
    NC Weather Bot, Charlotte Observer, 22 Mar. 2025
  • These seemingly small actions can lead to dry grass ignition, potentially sparking a wildfire.
    NC Weather Bot, Charlotte Observer, 22 Mar. 2025
Noun
  • And over the opening month of this season, Yamamoto’s confident mound presence has been mirrored behind the scenes, the pitcher becoming more vocal in game-planning meetings and assured in his clubhouse demeanor.
    Jack Harris, Los Angeles Times, 27 Apr. 2025
  • McGee’s death comes as a shock to those close to the starting safety, who was known for his wide smile and hard-working demeanor.
    Anna Lazarus Caplan, People.com, 23 Apr. 2025
Noun
  • But the pooch's positive attitude and adaptability to his wheelchair changed everything.
    Saman Shafiq, USA Today, 20 Apr. 2025
  • The new information highlights Google’s attitudes towards those who choose the regular model and those who go Pro.
    Ewan Spence, Forbes.com, 19 Apr. 2025

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“Behavior.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/behavior. Accessed 1 May. 2025.

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