proper behavior
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Quach models proper behavior to his birds when they are young and invests significant time in socializing and exercising them.
From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 16, 2023
Whether that’s telegraphing reasons behind some of their on-ice choices and strategy, or simply teaching fans and employees what constitutes proper behavior at hockey games.
From Seattle Times • Nov. 9, 2021
To reinforce proper behavior, the NBA will hang informational signs around the campus, reminding players to wash their hands, avoid touching their eyes, nose and mouth, and to cover all coughs and sneezes.
From Washington Post • Jun. 17, 2020
It’s not so much proper behavior that our renegade puppet has to learn as it is learning to feel the pain of others.
From New York Times • Jan. 4, 2018
Both gave instructions on proper behavior: Don’t hang out on street corners.
From "A Few Red Drops: The Chicago Race Riot of 1919" by Claire Hartfield
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