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
These AIs have shown behaviors as varied as deception and blackmail, to scheming and cheating by hacking software.
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Los Angeles Times, 5 Mar. 2026
Founded by Donatela Bellone in the United States, the platform uses gamification features to encourage repair, resale and other circular behaviors while providing digital records tied to individual garments.
—Alexandra Harrell, Sourcing Journal, 5 Mar. 2026
Another research project showed that negative spectator behaviors like swearing or threatening language was observed at 68% of events.
—Denise Crosby, Chicago Tribune, 5 Mar. 2026
This is a really lovely thing, because actually essentially the craft becomes a vehicle for people then having other health promoting behaviors like engaging with others.
—Dana Taylor, USA Today, 4 Mar. 2026
That’s in part because girls don’t tend to display some of the big externalizing behaviors, like aggression or tantrums, that people tend to associate with autism in boys, Black says.
—Lisa Jarvis, Twin Cities, 4 Mar. 2026
It is delivered over roughly 6 to 8 sessions and addresses both the thoughts and behaviors that maintain insomnia.
—Allison Palmer
march 4, Charlotte Observer, 4 Mar. 2026
It is delivered over roughly 6 to 8 sessions and targets both the thoughts and behaviors that maintain insomnia, according to the American Academy of Sleep Medicine.
—Allison Palmer, Sacbee.com, 4 Mar. 2026
More than half of CRC cases can be linked to high-risk behaviors, the researchers said.
—Melissa Rudy, FOXNews.com, 4 Mar. 2026
Los Angeles Times, 5 Mar. 2026
Founded by Donatela Bellone in the United States, the platform uses gamification features to encourage repair, resale and other circular behaviors while providing digital records tied to individual garments.
—Alexandra Harrell, Sourcing Journal, 5 Mar. 2026
Another research project showed that negative spectator behaviors like swearing or threatening language was observed at 68% of events.
—Denise Crosby, Chicago Tribune, 5 Mar. 2026
This is a really lovely thing, because actually essentially the craft becomes a vehicle for people then having other health promoting behaviors like engaging with others.
—Dana Taylor, USA Today, 4 Mar. 2026
That’s in part because girls don’t tend to display some of the big externalizing behaviors, like aggression or tantrums, that people tend to associate with autism in boys, Black says.
—Lisa Jarvis, Twin Cities, 4 Mar. 2026
It is delivered over roughly 6 to 8 sessions and addresses both the thoughts and behaviors that maintain insomnia.
—Allison Palmer
march 4, Charlotte Observer, 4 Mar. 2026
It is delivered over roughly 6 to 8 sessions and targets both the thoughts and behaviors that maintain insomnia, according to the American Academy of Sleep Medicine.
—Allison Palmer, Sacbee.com, 4 Mar. 2026
More than half of CRC cases can be linked to high-risk behaviors, the researchers said.
—Melissa Rudy, FOXNews.com, 4 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for behaviors
Noun
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Although the usual suspects fell in line, some Republicans are voicing anti-war sentiments, railing against his actions in Iran and voicing concern about what is next.—
Lorraine Ali,
Los Angeles Times,
1 Mar. 2026
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Extravagant parties, travel accommodations Meanwhile, several Goliath investors have already sued, seeking to win back some money, and attorneys said this week more court actions are likely.—
Stephen Hudak,
The Orlando Sentinel,
1 Mar. 2026
Noun
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Such dogs are characterized by serene, quiet demeanors and deep emotional bonds with their human companions.—
Maryanne Dell,
Oc Register,
31 Jan. 2026
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While a dog can be bribed with a squeaky toy and a pig would surely look at the camera when enticed with a sausage on a stick, cats are known for their admirably self-serving demeanors.—
Desiree Anello,
PEOPLE,
29 Oct. 2025
Noun
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But despite their good attitudes, Lady can’t help but think they’re being used and exploited.—
Jourdain Searles,
HollywoodReporter,
2 Mar. 2026
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From the wrong photos and generic opening lines to bad attitudes and intentions, the following six mistakes can easily be rectified.—
Rebecca Fearn,
SELF,
27 Feb. 2026
Noun
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Judith Martin's Miss Manners column has chronicled the continuous rise and fall of American manners since 1978.—
Judith Martin,
Dallas Morning News,
28 Feb. 2026
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The manners by which stories of heroes were conveyed in antiquity were not so unlike the comic books, movies and TV shows, games, and high-profile PR events of the Marvel Universe.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
27 Feb. 2026
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