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
But the real challenge came with showering, the most routine of all behaviors.
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Shani Harmon, Forbes.com, 10 Sep. 2025
But in the interview, there are three subtle behaviors that almost always predict trouble.
—Eli Rubel, CNBC, 9 Sep. 2025
These issues ranged from academic difficulties and disruptive behaviors to depressive moods.
—Jack Beresford, MSNBC Newsweek, 4 Sep. 2025
Harmful behaviors are not an uncommon occurrence in Indiana schools.
—IndyStar, 3 Sep. 2025
What’s more, men were less likely than women to connect everyday workplace behaviors – such as challenging misogynistic behavior, taking paternity leave and offering a flexible work environment – with advancing equity.
—Colleen Tolan, The Conversation, 3 Sep. 2025
BECs allow scientists to study quantum effects on a large scale, making strange quantum behaviors visible.
—Rupendra Brahambhatt, Interesting Engineering, 14 Mar. 2025
And several researchers who have dedicated their career to studying vaccine behaviors have not yet heard that their grants have been affected.
—Katherine J. Wu, The Atlantic, 14 Mar. 2025
Social media continues to redefine financial behaviors, driving discretionary spending and financial stress.
—Anushree Jain, Forbes, 14 Mar. 2025
Shani Harmon, Forbes.com, 10 Sep. 2025
But in the interview, there are three subtle behaviors that almost always predict trouble.
—Eli Rubel, CNBC, 9 Sep. 2025
These issues ranged from academic difficulties and disruptive behaviors to depressive moods.
—Jack Beresford, MSNBC Newsweek, 4 Sep. 2025
Harmful behaviors are not an uncommon occurrence in Indiana schools.
—IndyStar, 3 Sep. 2025
What’s more, men were less likely than women to connect everyday workplace behaviors – such as challenging misogynistic behavior, taking paternity leave and offering a flexible work environment – with advancing equity.
—Colleen Tolan, The Conversation, 3 Sep. 2025
BECs allow scientists to study quantum effects on a large scale, making strange quantum behaviors visible.
—Rupendra Brahambhatt, Interesting Engineering, 14 Mar. 2025
And several researchers who have dedicated their career to studying vaccine behaviors have not yet heard that their grants have been affected.
—Katherine J. Wu, The Atlantic, 14 Mar. 2025
Social media continues to redefine financial behaviors, driving discretionary spending and financial stress.
—Anushree Jain, Forbes, 14 Mar. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for behaviors
Noun
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Similar to the way Madueke drove at his man without hesitation, those first-time strikes were very welcome after last season, when many actions in and around the penalty area felt a bit too laborious.—
Art de Roché,
New York Times,
13 Sep. 2025
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These small but deliberate actions can open doors to new learning and strengthen workplace success.—
Dr. Diane Hamilton,
Forbes.com,
13 Sep. 2025
Noun
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Much has been made of this phenomenon, with experts pointing to a number of potential causes, including growing economic anxiety, social media messaging and evolving cultural attitudes.—
Brendan Rascius,
Miami Herald,
8 Sep. 2025
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Beyond tools, evaluate attitudes, behaviors and awareness across departments.—
Aliasgar Dohadwala,
Forbes.com,
8 Sep. 2025
Noun
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The Drive Road manners are smooth and predictable, though steering feedback could be sharper.—
Josh Max,
Forbes.com,
8 Sep. 2025
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Some felt its handling was off and others criticized its on-road manners.—
Eileen Falkenberg-Hull,
MSNBC Newsweek,
3 Sep. 2025
Cite this Entry
“Behaviors.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/behaviors. Accessed 16 Sep. 2025.
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