behaviors

noun

plural of behavior
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 behaviors Collecting valuable data requires agents to perform meaningful, diverse behaviors. — ArsTechnica, 13 July 2026 Early weaning can also contribute to persistent comfort-seeking behaviors. — Scott Travers, Forbes.com, 10 July 2026 This can include risk-seeking behaviors, in which the reward is attention or thrill. — Annalisa Merelli, STAT, 10 July 2026 In a study published in Nature Communications, researchers found five different sleeping pattern subtypes, each with its own distinct brain-imaging patterns, behaviors and health outcomes. — Kate Graham-Shaw, Scientific American, 9 July 2026 The most detailed allegations came from a woman named Lyndsey Fifield, who reported controlling behaviors, frequent displays of rage, threats of violence and self-harm, emotional intimidation and physical abuse. — Bobby Zirkin, Baltimore Sun, 9 July 2026 Sure, its genes are involved in the formation of networks of neurons that enable behaviors that contribute to a state of not being eaten. — Quanta Magazine, 8 July 2026 The range of behaviors the script demanded from the character was daunting. — Patrick Brzeski, HollywoodReporter, 6 July 2026 What makes these behaviors especially dangerous is that they’re often disguised as concern or devotion. — Mark Travers, CNBC, 5 July 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for behaviors
  1. actions
  2. demeanors
  3. attitudes
  4. manners
Noun
  • These seemingly small actions can lead to dry grass ignition, potentially sparking a wildfire.
    — CA Weather Bot, Sacbee.com, 14 July 2026
  • The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) announced the closure of its investigation into SpaceX's Flight 12 mishaps this morning (July 13), approving the compnay's corrective actions and clearing the way for Flight 13.
    — Josh Dinner, Space.com, 13 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
  • Consumer attitudes, especially among Gen-Z, have shifted dramatically over the past few years, with many placing greater value on moderation, home consumption, and low-alcohol lifestyles.
    — Ascend Agency, Chicago Tribune, 10 July 2026
  • Americans’ attitudes toward the economy have improved slightly as gas prices declined, but their outlook remains mostly negative.
    — Dee-Ann Durbin, Los Angeles Times, 9 July 2026
Definition of attitudes
Noun
  • Earlier in the week, after France’s bruising win over Paraguay, a Paraguayan senator launched into a series of vile and racist attacks against Mbappé, questioning his intelligence, his manners, and even his Frenchness.
    — Louisa Thomas, New Yorker, 10 July 2026
  • Since taking the reins, Warsh has pledged to revamp the Fed’s operations in a variety of manners.
    — Jeff Cox, CNBC, 8 July 2026
Definition of manners

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