misbehaviors

noun

plural of misbehavior
as in wrongdoings
improper or illegal behavior would not tolerate any misbehavior from her students

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  1. wrongdoings
  2. misconducts
  3. crimes
Noun
  • In addition to families reflecting on their experiences as patients, numerous NUH staff members detailed wrongdoings by the healthcare system.
    — Vanessa Etienne, PEOPLE, 26 June 2026
  • But despite Clark’s wrongdoings on and off the course, the decorum of being a golf patron, especially at a major championship, is paramount.
    — Scott Thompson, FOXNews.com, 23 June 2026
Definition of wrongdoings
Noun
  • The game featured several scrums after the whistle, a spirited fight between Montreal’s Josh Anderson and Tampa Bay’s Declan Carlile, and seven 10-minute misconducts — culminating in 126 penalty minutes.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 9 Apr. 2026
  • The chaotic matchup saw referees call 65 penalties for 312 minutes, including 13 game misconducts.
    — Ryan Gaydos, FOXNews.com, 7 Oct. 2025
Definition of misconducts
Noun
  • For Luis Javier Santos, the former head of UFERCO who investigated the case against Hernández, the former leader’s return represents a failure to prosecute him for his crimes, rather than a chance for justice.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 26 July 2026
  • Because of his previous felonies, though none for violent crimes, Pfister could now be defined as a habitual offender under Michigan law and faces prison.
    — Kyung Lah, CNN Money, 25 July 2026
Definition of crimes
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