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misbehavior

[mis-bi-heyv-yer] / ˌmɪs bɪˈheɪv yər /


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She understood that despite the character’s misbehavior in the series — like breaking into her boss’ office — she’s decently good at her job.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 26, 2026

If it weren’t for U.S. attorneys, we likely wouldn’t know about the misbehavior.

From The Wall Street Journal • Dec. 2, 2025

Now, she gathers evidence when her fellow officers are accused of misbehavior.

From Los Angeles Times • May 18, 2025

It wasn’t just the extent of Baldoni’s alleged misbehavior that upset her—it was the feeling that she herself had done wrong by supporting him.

From Slate • Jan. 17, 2025

The redheaded twin boys scuffled and scampered together while Bryn, their mother, fretted over their misbehavior and laughed at their antics.

From "Son" by Lois Lowry