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behave

[bih-heyv] / bɪˈheɪv /
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That’s why the Rededicate 250 event is so insidious — even if the speakers behave themselves and don’t say anything too controversial on stage.

From Salon • May 15, 2026

Quantum computers and other advanced quantum technologies rely on specialized quantum materials that behave in unusual ways under the right conditions.

From Science Daily • May 13, 2026

Tracy Clayton, a Meta spokesman, told the BBC that people should behave responsibly with any technology.

From BBC • May 13, 2026

Debbie knew her husband had experienced emotional difficulties in the past - including following the death of his father in 2022 - but says he would continue to work and behave as normal.

From BBC • May 12, 2026

He had, you see, no idea of how noble and free-born people behave.

From "The Horse and His Boy" by C.S. Lewis




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