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misbehaving

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verb

present participle of misbehave

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of Synonyms for misbehaving
Adjective
  • Tucked into a mansion-like building in Midtown, this Mediterranean-leaning lounge has been upgraded to offer a setting that feels like a naughty secret.
    Rafael Peña, Miami Herald, 23 July 2025
  • There are many more unbelievable and naughty moments to come in Stalter’s career, to be sure.
    Elaina Patton, IndieWire, 8 July 2025
Adjective
  • With the help of Michał, a fellow school outcast, Hania encounters Sindri—a mischievous pixie living in the nearby forest—who vows to aid them.
    Anna Marie de la Fuente, Variety, 14 Aug. 2025
  • Lacy maintains a mischievous relationship with social media.
    Jeff Ihaza, Rolling Stone, 14 Aug. 2025
Adjective
  • Not bad for a company built on the back of a $40 plastic-cased watch!
    Oren Hartov, Robb Report, 15 Aug. 2025
  • Drinking rates fell across every demographic and young people were most likely to believe drinking is bad for your health.
    Martin K.N Siele, semafor.com, 15 Aug. 2025
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