best behavior
Example Sentences
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He was on his best behavior since it was in dad’s London office, and advisers entered the room throughout the day.
From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 24, 2026
The comedian and “School of Rock” star surprised moviegoers at a showing of “Minecraft” over the weekend and encouraged them to be on their best behavior, according to video shared Sunday by the Hollywood Handle.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 14, 2025
If you can do the cauliflower, you better be on your best behavior.’
From Slate • Oct. 31, 2024
Listen, as A.I. is continuing to develop, and we don’t know if we’re making ourselves extinct to any potential sentient being, Brown is on his best behavior.
From New York Times • Jun. 24, 2023
We were tired of being on our best behavior, and we wished Daddy were there to stir up some excitement.
From "Cheaper by the Dozen" by Frank B. Gilbreth Jr. and Ernestine Gilbreth Carey
