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to manage the actions of (oneself) in a particular way
if the children behave themselves properly and sit quietly during church, they'll get their ice cream afterward
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Recent Examples of behaved
Shirsho Dasgupta, Miami Herald, 8 Jan. 2025
The stance by the White House stands in contrast to how American Olympic and Utah officials have behaved in response to the International Olympic Committee and WADA.
—Michael S. Schmidt, New York Times, 8 Jan. 2025
If Brisbane’s weather had behaved, that would be almost certainly six out of seven.
—Tim Ellis, Forbes, 31 Dec. 2024
While each cycle of waxing and waning solar activity typically takes about 11 years, there have been times when the sun behaved differently than expected.
—Cnn, The Mercury News, 25 Dec. 2024
Not everyone was on the same page, as some commentators maintained that Lively had behaved rudely to Kjersti Flaa in that infamous interview and had a problematic past.
—Dani Di Placido, Forbes, 24 Dec. 2024
Blake behaved poorly in my interview.
—Rebecca Rubin, Variety, 23 Dec. 2024
Are children on the plane or at the airport in 2024 any more poorly behaved than those traveling a decade or two ago?
—Jason D. Seacat, Hartford Courant, 20 Dec. 2024
However, this strain of H5N1 has behaved in unpredictable ways, said Santora.
—Susanne Rust, Los Angeles Times, 10 Dec. 2024
Verb
Despite that, Judge Terence Perkins found Depa competent to stand trial, noting that Davis’ evaluation was more recent, that Depa had so far behaved well at court and that his answers regarding what the legal proceedings meant were as good as could be expected of a teen.
—Shirsho Dasgupta, Miami Herald, 8 Jan. 2025
The stance by the White House stands in contrast to how American Olympic and Utah officials have behaved in response to the International Olympic Committee and WADA.
—Michael S. Schmidt, New York Times, 8 Jan. 2025
If Brisbane’s weather had behaved, that would be almost certainly six out of seven.
—Tim Ellis, Forbes, 31 Dec. 2024
While each cycle of waxing and waning solar activity typically takes about 11 years, there have been times when the sun behaved differently than expected.
—Cnn, The Mercury News, 25 Dec. 2024
Not everyone was on the same page, as some commentators maintained that Lively had behaved rudely to Kjersti Flaa in that infamous interview and had a problematic past.
—Dani Di Placido, Forbes, 24 Dec. 2024
Blake behaved poorly in my interview.
—Rebecca Rubin, Variety, 23 Dec. 2024
Are children on the plane or at the airport in 2024 any more poorly behaved than those traveling a decade or two ago?
—Jason D. Seacat, Hartford Courant, 20 Dec. 2024
However, this strain of H5N1 has behaved in unpredictable ways, said Santora.
—Susanne Rust, Los Angeles Times, 10 Dec. 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for behaved
Adjective
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Through pretend play, cooperative games, or storytelling, kids can explore different perspectives and practice kindness.—
Alana Bracken,
Parents,
28 Feb. 2025
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Pena initially refused officers' instructions but eventually exited his vehicle unassisted and was fully cooperative as arresting officers took him into custody.—
Dan Perry,
Newsweek,
28 Feb. 2025
Verb
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Murder charges were brought against Mays in Turner's disappearance, but he was acquitted due to a lack of evidence.—
Yasmeen Saadi,
The Indianapolis Star,
27 Dec. 2024
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Antony has acquitted himself well in cameos under Amorim but is playing only a bit-part role and attracted interest from Real Betis during the final days of the summer window.—
Mark Critchley,
The Athletic,
26 Dec. 2024
Adjective
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Anecdotal evidence and formal studies alike point out that women, on average, may achieve higher returns by sticking to disciplined strategies, trading less frequently and focusing on fundamentals.—
Dave Birnbaum,
Forbes,
8 Mar. 2025
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First-year San Diego Legion coach John Manenti entered the Major League Rugby season wanting to see his team play a disciplined and physical style.—
Ivan Carter,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
28 Feb. 2025
Verb
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The butterflies also carried two types of pollen on their bodies, both from plant species found only in Africa.—
Danielle Hall,
Smithsonian Magazine,
24 Dec. 2024
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Best Carry-on Backpacks There's perhaps no more plane-friendly bag than a backpack, which is easily carried, easily taken off, easily placed under a seat, and easily packed with all your belongings.—
Nicole Kliest,
Vogue,
24 Dec. 2024
Verb
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The individual, whose identity hasn’t been released, was quickly restrained by fellow passengers and later detained by state troopers.—
Muri Assunção,
New York Daily News,
8 Jan. 2025
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Medium-full, this has restrained wood notes along with great mouthfeel, as the wine hits every corner of the mouth.—
Tom Hyland,
Forbes,
7 Jan. 2025
Adjective
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Onstage, Wood is unhurried, an amiable man who, despite being 46, has the countenance of a churchgoing grandfather who still starches his Sunday suit.—
Ismail Muhammad,
New York Times,
20 Feb. 2025
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Jerry Eisenberg, the amiable animator known for his contributions to The Jetsons, The Peter Potamus Show, Wacky Races, Fangface, Spider-Man cartoons, Scooby-Doo movies and so much more, has died.—
Mike Barnes,
The Hollywood Reporter,
14 Feb. 2025
Verb
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Plus, the first quarter of the New Year is a critical time when performance evaluations are conducted, bonuses are awarded and promotions are decided.—
Bryan Robinson,
Forbes,
5 Jan. 2025
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Following an arrival ceremony at the Carter Presidential Center, a private service was conducted in the lobby of the Jimmy Carter Presidential Library and Museum, before the location was opened up to the public, allowing mourners to come and pay their respects.—
Nicholas Rice,
People.com,
5 Jan. 2025
Adjective
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Veterans groups, however, complained that the new court was too deferential to the VA when reviewing the agency’s decisions.—
Maureen Groppe,
USA TODAY,
5 Mar. 2025
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In short, the Trump-Ukraine policy that the country’s defenders feared — one that is overly deferential to Russia and pushes for a quick deal, even at the cost of Ukraine’s sovereignty — appears to be coming to fruition.—
Joshua Keating,
Vox,
20 Feb. 2025
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“Behaved.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/behaved. Accessed 13 Mar. 2025.
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