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behave

[bih-heyv] / bɪˈheɪv /
VERB
function
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Those galaxy shape measurements help scientists refine estimates of how mass is spread through the universe and how dark energy behaves.

From Science Daily

Many people just do not know what to say, how to behave or how to best support a family member, friend or colleague who has lost their partner.

From BBC

His work focuses on how water and minerals behave under intense pressure, knowledge that is critical for understanding whether other planetary environments might support life.

From Science Daily

To be sure, kids behave differently at formal dinners than they do in the wild, especially dinner at the mayor’s house.

From The Wall Street Journal

This allowed them to test whether their ancient model behaved realistically when measured against present-day ocean systems.

From Science Daily