behave

Example Sentences

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Celebrities who behave recklessly don’t deserve our respect.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 3, 2026

When these neurons were activated, the mice began to behave more like those without the mutation.

From Science Daily • Apr. 3, 2026

"There is a lot of pressure on the dogs to behave in those environments", she said, which involves a host of distractions - including food, children, chatter and other furry friends.

From BBC • Mar. 29, 2026

In the end, the quantum processor was able to show how the crystal should behave.

From Barron's • Mar. 26, 2026

“That’s evident, by the way you racket downstairs. Come to your tea, sir, and behave like a gentleman.”

From "Little Women" by Louisa May Alcott