well-behaved

Example Sentences

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But if he's classified as low-risk and well-behaved, he could potentially be transferred there for the final stretch of his sentence.

From BBC • Jun. 2, 2026

As long as they’re home by curfew, and have been well-behaved that week, the teens are allowed to set their own schedules.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 8, 2026

If parents only left money to well-behaved adult children with a pristine record of good manners and fiscal responsibility, most pet shelters would probably never have to raise funds again.

From MarketWatch • Feb. 18, 2026

She was a lovable child, always smiling and well-behaved, said Denes.

From Los Angeles Times • Dec. 23, 2025

“I’m surprised! A well-behaved girl like you. What would your mother say if she knew you had been impertinent to your teacher?”

From "A Tree Grows in Brooklyn" by Betty Smith