behave

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That may or may not come to pass, but how we behave around others either impairs or enhances our reputation.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 7, 2026

Celebrities who behave recklessly don’t deserve our respect.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 3, 2026

“The real test will be how markets behave through the rest of the week, particularly given the recent pattern of selling into the weekend,” said Mark Hackett, chief markets strategist for Nationwide.

From Barron's • Apr. 1, 2026

Looking ahead, the researchers plan to further investigate how these nanoscrolls behave at the quantum level, particularly their potential for superconductivity.

From Science Daily • Mar. 31, 2026

“What shall we do with that girl? She never will behave like a young lady,” sighed Meg, as she watched the race with a disapproving face.

From "Little Women" by Louisa May Alcott