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Here you can find a large assortment of example sentences for the word behaviour, or in other words sentences that can help you learn how to use behaviour in a sentence. Learning how to use a word in a sentences can be very helpful, for example when it comes to learning how to use the word in a sentence, in which context the word can be used as well as to learn the true meaning of the word «behaviour». In addition, we also show how different variations of behaviour can be used, the variations for which we also have example sentences are behaviour’s, behavioural, behaviourally and behaviours. If you click on the variation of behaviour that you are interested in, you will be taken to the list of example sentences for that particular form.

Behaviour in a sentence

Here below you will find several sentences that illustrate how to use the word behaviour in a sentence.

The burrowing behaviour of L.
Its social behaviour is unknown.
Little is known about its behaviour.
They also apologize for NORG’s behaviour.
This behaviour, known as serotiny, makes B.
Several actions make up preening behaviour.
Standards of behaviour were different then.
Day’s explanation of his behaviour to Sidney.
The cause of Tarrare’s behaviour is not known.
This kinetic behaviour is called slow-binding.
Lemur behaviour is as variable as lemur morphology.
This was interpreted as showing scavenging behaviour.
Little is known about the behaviour of the thylacine.
This swallow also displays paternity assurance behaviour.
Little was recorded about the white swamphen’s behaviour.
It is unknown if other species do this, but it is a common behaviour among birds.
Preening is a maintenance behaviour used by all birds to care for their feathers.
Péron’s interview described some aspects of the behaviour of the King Island emu.
The behaviour of red back salamanders (Plethodon cinereus) has been much studied.
Grebes stroke more vigorously with an open bill a behaviour known as «stropping».
The high injury toll and congested schedule contributed to complaints about Joe Warbrick’s behaviour.
Breeding occurs throughout the year on Saipan, where the species’ nesting behaviour has been studied.
Dyer’s erratic behaviour inevitably wore thin—with his cronies, with Bacon, and with Bacon’s friends.
He should have realised that, whatever his fears, there was no justification for any other behaviour.
Some of these affect the nymphs’ behaviour in such a way that they become more likely to be predated.
Elephants can exhibit bouts of aggressive behaviour and engage in destructive actions against humans.
The most interesting aspects of Irish phonotactics revolve around the behaviour of consonant clusters.
The royal couple has requested that the students investigate the cause of Hamlet’s mood and behaviour.
Homosexual behaviour has been recorded in the context of both affiliative and aggressive interactions.
Much of their behaviour seemed stereotyped and did not involve any actual contact between individuals.
Orphée’s arrival, with Public Opinion at his side, has the gods on their best behaviour («Il approche!
At the college he began to wear Teddy Boy clothes and was threatened with expulsion for his behaviour.
Smaller satellite males mimic female behaviour and coloration to access a nest and fertilise the eggs.
Day-to-day killer whale behaviour generally consists of foraging, travelling, resting and socializing.
This is a characteristic behaviour of other blue pigeons, too, and they can also vibrate their hackles.
However, as the preservation of behaviour in the fossil record is exceedingly rare, these ideas cannot readily be tested.
Little is known about its behaviour in life, but it may have fed on the nuts of the bois d’olive tree, along with leaves.
Not much is known about the species’ behaviour, as it became extinct before significant field observations could be made.
Parrots in captivity may suffer from boredom, which can lead to stereotypic behaviour patterns, such as feather-plucking.
Following the report, Prescott ordered the MCA to conduct a competency review into the actions and behaviour of Henderson.
Animosity developed between the prince and his father, who desired more frugal behaviour on the part of the heir apparent.
Throughout his career, and increasingly in later years, Richardson was known for his eccentric behaviour on and off stage.
The investigation cleared Caroline of the charge but still revealed her behaviour to have been extraordinarily indiscreet.
It was once thought that this behaviour was shown mainly by male shrikes in the breeding season, but this is not the case.
However, she was not prepared to risk losing her parliamentary seat, and thus kept her rebellious behaviour within bounds.
Since Mani was a mimicry artist, Saran asked him to exhibit his talents; Mani aped the behaviour of a few animals and Saran chose among them, which were added to the film.
John’s policy earned him the disrespectful title of «John Softsword» from some English chroniclers, who contrasted his behaviour with his more aggressive brother, Richard.
This behaviour was not limited to the sheriffs, as other nobles were also accused in contemporary chronicles of appropriating land from churches and from native Englishmen.
Barriers to pro-environmental behaviour are the numerous factors that hinder individuals when they try to adjust their behaviours toward living more sustainable lifestyles.
Clifford’s goods were sequestered until he could show by what authority he held the office, and he also had to provide a number of large obligations for his good behaviour.

Behaviour’s in a sentence

Behaviour’s is a variation of behaviour, below you can find example sentences for behaviour’s.

This behaviour’s significance is unknown, and it is not reported in any other sparrow species.

Behavioural in a sentence

Behavioural is a variation of behaviour, below you can find example sentences for behavioural.

Based on behavioural and morphological evidence, Jolyon C.
The main method for regulating its temperature is behavioural.
While varmint hunting is potentially selecting for desired behavioural and demographic changes (e.g.
When this Mup was made in bacteria and used in behavioural testing, it was found to attract female mice.
The giant otter is clearly distinguished from other otters by morphological and behavioural characteristics.
Males have more intense pigmentation than females, and a behavioural role of these differences is speculated.
Most prominent are the specific behavioural and physical adaptations that are the outcome of natural selection.
In 1664 Du Tertre described some behavioural traits of the Guadeloupe amazon, and listed items among its diet:.
In extant animals, this growth pattern is linked to behavioural thermoregulation and a low metabolic rate (i.e.
Due to its appearance and behavioural traits, the green tree frog is a popular exotic pet throughout the world.
The signals also provide behavioural data, letting rangers gather information about mating and nesting remotely.
Some behavioural characteristics have been extrapolated from the behaviour of its close relative, the Tasmanian devil.
The terms raven or crow may have been suggested by the bird’s harsh call, its behavioural traits, or just its dark plumage.
Limited behaviour barriers may include people choosing easier, yet less effective, pro-environmental behavioural changes (e.g.
The invitation was controversial, as his behavioural and substance abuse issues had become increasingly public in previous months.
Thus amphibians typically start out as larvae living in water, but some species have developed behavioural adaptations to bypass this.
As they grow, survival rates increase and there is greater physiological tolerance and sensitivity, ecological and behavioural competence.
The green and golden bell frog has many physical and behavioural characteristics representative of ranids, hence its original classification as Rana.
Much larger terrestrial vertebrates might be possible but would require different body shapes and possibly behavioural change to prevent joint collapse.
In 2003, researchers from six different orangutan field sites who used the same behavioural coding scheme compared the behaviours of the animals from each site.

Behaviourally in a sentence

Behaviourally is a variation of behaviour, below you can find example sentences for behaviourally.

Pittas are behaviourally reluctant to fly, but are capable and even strong fliers.
The broad-billed parrot may have been behaviourally near-flightless, like the now-extinct Norfolk Island kaka.
Although it may still have been capable of flight, it was behaviourally flightless, similar to other island birds, such as some parrots.
Octopuses have a complex nervous system and excellent sight, and are among the most intelligent and behaviourally diverse of all invertebrates.

Behaviours in a sentence

Behaviours is a variation of behaviour, below you can find example sentences for behaviours.

Several courtship behaviours have been recorded.
It is thought that these behaviours may have been a sexual display.
Most large prey have developed defensive adaptations and behaviours.
The child grows up healthy, but with some of the behaviours of a pig.
Imapala show high frequency of defensive behaviours towards flying insects.
There are three types of foraging behaviours observed in the common starling.
Koalas are asocial animals and spend just 15 minutes a day on social behaviours.
Magpies may engage in an escalating series of behaviours to drive off intruders.
They developed behaviours suitable for reproduction in a terrestrial environment.
Other behaviours restrict bots to only attack players using fists and disarming moves.
A wide variety of displays are seen, with aggressive behaviours outnumbering pro-social ones.
Usage of the term has also been criticised for drawing parallels with substance use behaviours.
Social structure and group cohesion is maintained by altruistic behaviours such as allopreening.
One study of ostriches found that they spent less than 1% of their time engaged in such behaviours.
Because of its small brain, the koala has a limited ability to perform complex, unfamiliar behaviours.
This means that people will use different excuses for their behaviours depending on contextual factors.
These behaviours do not occur randomly among individuals in a pod, providing evidence of «friendships».
Giraffes in zoos display stereotypical behaviours, the most common being the licking of non-food items.
Psittacosaurus probably had complex behaviours, based on the proportions and relative size of the brain.
Birds that are hand-reared without access to a role model have abnormalities in their preening behaviours.

Synonyms for behaviour

Another way to better understand how a word can be used is to examine what synonyms it has, and how these synonyms can be used. For example, the word behaviour has the following synonyms: behavior, conduct, doings, demeanor, demeanour and deportmen.

General information about «behaviour» example sentences

The example sentences for the word behaviour that we present on this web site, stems from different official sources. For example one of our sources are articles on Wikipedia that are classified as at least Good articles. But we also use news articles, books and other generic texts to gather example sentences of how the word «behaviour» can be used in a sentence. To the right of every sentence you will find a link out arrow that sends you to the source of the sentence, where you can access the full text and context for the presented example sentence. This can be useful because some words can sometimes be difficult to understand with only a sentence for context, whereas the full article or text can help you gain insight on how to use the word «behaviour».

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across is that positive behaviour gets attention and one thing all kids

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label the behaviour as “wrong” or “naughty” rather than the children

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Tatania dragged him from one VIP to another, introducing him before dominating the conversation with amusing epithets about speculative inappropriate behaviour from Sam

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Aldous smiled at this typical Kira behaviour

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· Replace the fear-motivated behaviour with love-motivated behaviour

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We are also not here to be preoccupied with indiscriminate or unregulated gratification of the senses, or to imitate the behaviour of others whose lives are so misdirected

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Our lifestyle and behaviour are dictated by the expectations of others

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Illusions, attachments, irrational behaviour and dependency continue

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‘Molly, can you pass on what I’ve said to Stephen, please? He’s in touch with the Inspector dealing with the case and I feel he ought to know about Dan’s behaviour

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He might have got away with Joanna’s murder on the grounds of her behaviour, but there’s no way on the earth that he can justify his behaviour towards you

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It’s about three months since I first noticed a radical change in Persephone’s behaviour: She is always shouting and laughing at top voice, she is trying to be clever and expert in all subjects, she is constantly asking for favours: “Type these poems for me” … “Tell your mother to sew this skirt of mine” … “Will you paint this picture for me?” … “Go to that public service and ask this or that” and so on

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Then I had to explain to her that what had put me off her during the last five months was a negative change in her overall behaviour

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Good cop, bad cop: the alternating patterns of behaviour of The Kid and Smiler

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Only once, in a rare demonstration of sincerity, he admitted that the subconscious affects human behaviour only by 2%

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He never complained about my blatant usury, although he would, when the atmosphere became too dense to support life, make his inevitable and irrefutable point about my behaviour

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Her behaviour was quite beyond the pale and he took all available legal steps to ensure that every one of her lines of income and credit were suspended with immediate effect

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This behaviour is a potential link toward irrationality, which can be just as dangerous if not the same or worse than mental illness

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The fisherman was disgusted with his wife’s behaviour, until, with the screaming and shouting turning into the inevitable sobbing and sniffing that always closed down their arguments, she explained just how much their current house was worth and what that meant in terms of their future lifestyle

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‘His reaction and behaviour ever since speaks volumes for his generosity … and our friendship generally — he was incredibly kind and has continued to be so

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As for the once famous television gardener, he soon found that many years of proud and boastful behaviour makes for a rapid fall from grace

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Given her brother’s obvious lack of filial concern for his sister and given Annie’s disgust at his behaviour, there seemed little alternative but that she should vacate the premises

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It’s one thing to disapprove of someone’s behaviour but quite another to write this sort of filth

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behaviour was quite beyond the pale and he took all available legal

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fisherman was disgusted with his wife’s behaviour, until, with the

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many years of proud and boastful behaviour makes for a rapid fall

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Annie’s disgust at his behaviour, there seemed little alternative but

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behaviour and appearance to our eyes

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Obviously, the memory of her behaviour after the mud wrestling had left its mark

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behaviour, and to recognise the signs of attempted smuggling

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Ozzie’s behaviour after Mickey disappeared had made Kev nervous

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and briefly consider his behaviour, the man began to realise

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‘In this matter I will guarantee his behaviour

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had told Jean of the man’s similar behaviour towards his

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His behaviour was very odd

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bizarre behaviour of his father, replied easily;

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men rolled their eyes and their behaviour now began to

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London His editor Monty was impressed with his work but not his behaviour

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behaviour towards the end anyway, and was more than

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objected to his behaviour and reported him to the town

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Bernadette, outraged that such behaviour was not only

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mood wasn’t improved by the behaviour of the local

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Though a certificate carries along with it no testimonial of good behaviour, and certifies

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modicum of respect; ‘I don’t believe that the behaviour of

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us only to have decent behaviour, because we are his

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if he is so capricious, what should our behaviour be like

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unrepentant behaviour to our attention – and you would

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Marguerite couldn’t believe that their behaviour had been

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her hysterical behaviour has another explanation,

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logical explanations of the behaviour of the

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behaviour is full with contradictions

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however, the true Greek’s behaviour was seen:

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Any untoward behaviour could result in severe punishment, or even being sold as a slave

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Young blood would just add some spice and excitement again and keep the rest of his concubines on their best behaviour

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Such behaviour would not be tolerated by the court officials and it was punishable by five lashes with a braided camel-tail whip on the naked back

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“Zarko – what’s going on?” she asked again, totally baffled by his strange behaviour

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He could be in serious trouble if this reached the king’s ears – he wouldn’t tolerate unthankful behaviour like this

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UBO: Does it say in the bible that the Messiah and his followers promoted promiscuity and wanton behaviour?

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exhibits suitable behaviour on the job

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‘Human behaviour and aspirations are a threat to this universe

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Her vehicle contained what was then a new type of AI, which used a ‘human-like’ subroutine: it sometimes offered advice on speed and course, allowing and sometimes over-ruling any irrational behaviour of the driver (who was really only a passenger)

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The discipline of the college, at the same time, may enable him to force all his pupils to the most regular attendance upon his sham lecture, and to maintain the most decent and respectful behaviour during the whole time of the performance

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Astronomers observed certain aspects in the behaviour of light when looking at distant celestial objects

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I found Beth and told her about the strange behaviour at first I think she thought I was joking but when she saw the look on my face she dashed upstairs

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She stepped back and stood with Beth and Mabel who looked concerned by her behaviour as I boarded the train

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and had presumed with typical vanity that it was her behaviour

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behaviour towards her actively encouraged this

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This was different, someone had changed her thoughts; her altered behaviour was the result

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However, I was pleasantly surprised by your sensible behaviour

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“Who do you think you are talking to I am the Countess de Angély and I own this Château I shall report your behaviour to your superiors be sure of that

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Indeed, Wil and Hayley had been going at it every night since their wedding; the emotions that surged through his friend during those first nights made it easy for Carl to detect the same behaviour in Adem and Jean in the past week

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This aggressive behaviour draws a great deal of attention from other Humans when performed in a crowded area

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Anxious behaviour starts as you prepare to leave the house

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Don’t appear guilty or sad to be leaving the dog, he will pick up on this behaviour

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Traditionally used to regulate the female cycle and for hormonal imbalance which is often seen as edgy, PMS type behaviour

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Learn to recognise minute nuances in your animals behaviour and feeding behaviour and you will be in a better position to, treat them early

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In a way, she felt responsible for Gerrid and she had to explain to them his behaviour – as though he were some younger brother under her care in the absence of parents

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«I am an honest fisherman and do not hold with that behaviour

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If only he had access to L-Seven-Six’s vast array of knowledge, although even then there may not be something similar to correlate from human female behaviour

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Dockets did not get lost, and many policemen were sent to jail or hanged when found guilty of such behaviour

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So when they were caught it caused a notable uproar, and their earnest explanations of their miraculously acquiring an ability to swim swimming capability fell on deaf ears, and they suffered accordingly for being “f horrible nasty longhaired liberals with f communists viewpoints having f dared to lie to their PT Sergeant, but not to worry, such f behaviour will be cured by him, PT Sergeant Whomever by the grace of general Coetzee blah blah blah

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I have never witnessed it, but female cadets also received corrective PT so to speak for obnoxious behaviour

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Naturally they were appalled by such behaviour, but an evil eye stopped all unpleasantness before it started

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* Obviously I do not mean that there was open disrespect because our training would never allow for such behaviour towards a commissioned officer, but their orders would be questioned if it did not fully represent the realities of the mean streets

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After a short while about seventy percent of the barricaded ones surrendered and were charged with drunkenness and disorderly behaviour

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“Stop this behaviour at once Carolyn! It was just Pickles

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Can there be more honour in that kind of behaviour? I am astonished by American History in general and if you want to know why read Presidents Lincolns Gettysburg speech

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We are saying to banksters stop your inhuman behaviour in treating defaulters as something akin to Satan

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The law does not take kindly to such behaviour as it is presumed in law that a woman’s virginity is a serious matter (as it is and should be) for once broken it stays broken even if physically repaired

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affected by the behaviour of his dog that she admitted him even to the

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Being physically separated from Dawn this way had shaken Alex from his self-cantered behaviour, made him realise that he had to change, make up for the loneliness he’d caused his daughter

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which is communist behaviour from any viewpoint

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We f know how to deal with communist behaviour

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it is shot down as «opening the door for irresponsible behaviour to produce unwanted children»

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Untreated, bad behaviour of a minority becomes a habit and causes resentment in the team members

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Be critical of another»s behaviour, but if you criticise who they are, you will either

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Your goal is always to preserve the self-image, whilst at the same time commenting on negative behaviour

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You should always know what alternative behaviour you expect from the other

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Still, the silent way did not bring any kills and we wanted to kill enough of the enemy to discourage their communist behaviour

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As a result we fired a few dozen rounds back with our R1 (SLR) rifles before he wisely apologized for his unsporting liberal communist behaviour

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There can be no excuse of such behaviour even if the times were different, and there was much reason for hate

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Use the word behaviour in a sentences

Sentence Examples

I know a few things about predatory behaviour.

Neither the Marquis’ search nor the Marquise’s day to day behaviour revealed the slightest evidence of guilt.

But Griet finds something odd in Michel’s behaviour.

Moreover, your unqualified behaviour towards city clerk Hermann Schraat is considered a serious offense against a public administrator.

«Your behaviour with Pauline Hofer was simply… scandalous!»

Dr. Sch├Ân’s behaviour makes this marriage impossible

You were going to explain your behaviour last night.

Stop, I say- Stop this shameful behaviour.

You, ladies and gentlemen of the jury, have been able to observe the behaviour of the accused.

The prosecutor has called this behaviour stubborn and indifferent.

Her behaviour during the trial made a deep impression on me.

Take care of that behaviour of yours!

Maybe I took too much credit to myself for your good behaviour.

I won’t stand for behaviour like this…

Madeleine, I think the behaviour of this young man is excellent and I want you to apologise.

I don’t want to hurt you but I cannot condone Irene’s behaviour, I must warn you even this is quite unnecessary

Her Majesty has decreed that the deported convicts are allowed to marry and leave the institution in case of good behaviour.

Two lines in the behaviour book mean revocation of the marriage permission until the end the penalty period.

Spare me such impudent behaviour.

So make sure that your behaviour is worthy of your father’s son.

I promise to be on my best behaviour.

But the Navy can neither countenance nor condone such rowdy behaviour.

Even so I feel that in that time I should have been able to make it clear to him that I did not expect and would not tolerate such behaviour.

Your behaviour of late has been completely unforgivable.

Your behaviour is an insult to my sister and a provocation to me.

He may improve with care, so try not to break the place up, and be on your best behaviour, right?

He’s an authority on human behaviour.

There was nothing wrong with my behaviour.

There is no reason why I should be disappointed by his behaviour

This sort of act is typical of the short sighted cunning… that goes with paranoid behaviour.

I’ve rather resented behaviour towards me.

That was fne behaviour of yours downstairs, just fne.

The people are ashamed of their ludicrous behaviour.

My lord, the witness has shown in his evidence and behaviour… an almost pathological bias, against not only my client, but all women.

Circumstances force us to abolish etiquette and invent other codes of behaviour.

I’ve broken all the rules and protocols regulating a sovereign’s behaviour.

I can understand you feelings, but I can’t justify your behaviour!

I can’t? But how can a dead man think about proper behaviour?

The army has been counting on you for a certain pattern of behaviour.

I warn you that you have sacrificed months of good behaviour.

Your reckless behaviour is giving animals a bad name!

And may he get time off for good behaviour.

You consider my behaviour improper.

Well Mrs Humphries, from what you’ve told me I shouldn’t say there’s anything abnormal about your husband’s behaviour.

Why, then, the intelligent and sensible and civilised husband…is insulted …and he’s reduced to the most insensible, and uncivilised behaviour.

You got time off for good behaviour?

Your behaviour is very strange.

Outside of a beehive, Margo, your behaviour is hardly queenly or motherly.

There was no ex cuse f or his behaviour.

Why, in less than six months, with good behaviour and hard work, you’ll be wearing yellow stripes on your breeches.

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Thinking about how one’s children/grandchildren would think about his or her behaviour is an excellent filter for how we should act (though, not the ONLY one people should rely on, imo). ❋ Tyler (2009)

They have no insight that their behaviour is actually problematic. ❋ Unknown (2010)

Firstly they are being asked to lie by saying that they have arrived when they havent-this forms a discipline offence and anyone who encourages this behaviour is also liable to discipline ❋ Inspector Gadget (2010)

If her behaviour is any indication of the type of president she could have been then case closed — Hillary you never had a chance. ❋ Unknown (2008)

This behaviour is the act of an insecure idiot who can only feel good about himself by knocking people down. ❋ Inspector Gadget (2007)

This behaviour is there at the outset too, it’s not as if we see it growing and have some reference of caring to point back to in them. ❋ Unknown (2006)

Induce people all to want the same thing, hate the same things, feel the same threat, then their behaviour is already captive – you have acquired your consumers or your cannon-fodder. ❋ Unknown (2005)

If she wishes to repeatedly use disparaging terminology, repeatedly suggest ideological blindness, and ideologically driven attempts to control information then I will inform her that her behaviour is the exact opposite of what this list requires of guests. ❋ Unknown (2005)

In its weekly Internet newsletter on Friday, the ANC once again released a statement, first issued earlier this week, in which it labelled her behaviour as «regrettable». ❋ Unknown (2001)

Erasmus said his support of the policies of the former government was partly a result of his conservative upbringing, but also because of what he described as the behaviour of radicals. ❋ Unknown (1998)

The common people of Russia are in general ugly, but their behaviour is at once simple and dignified, and they are the best creatures in the world. ❋ Unknown (1903)

To me her behaviour is almost the same: for she is cold, distant, and haughty, and her eyes express the greatest contempt. ❋ Unknown (1778)

I find here that it depends what you classify as behaviour — for me if there is some logic around the way that a string is formatted when it is going to be displayed then that is behaviour and we should look to put that logic as close to the data as possible i.e. within the micro type. ❋ Unknown (2009)

In the middle of a recession/repression/depression, this kind of behaviour is only going to accelerate. ❋ Unknown (2009)

I swear, this kind of behaviour is enough to end any TV show creator’s desire or inclination to have anything to do with fandom whatsoever. ❋ Karenmiller (2009)

And make it really clear by your voices and your actions that this kind of behaviour is unacceptable. ❋ Karenmiller (2009)

This kind of behaviour is sickening and has the potential to tear society apart. ❋ Not A Sheep (2008)

This is simply not done, I don’t expect this kind of behaviour from a company which I think should have easy access to any sort of photo material (ordered and paid for!). ❋ Lindy (2007)

«That is same [unusual] behaviour.» [says] [brit] #1. ❋ Amanda (2005)

Ron: Hey, I’m going to Urban Behavior; I’ve got to buy some Jeans. I’ll talk to you later.
James: You mean behaviour?
Ron: Huh? Why do you [English people] have the extra vowel in there? It doesn’t make sense!
James: The extra vowel, in most cases, is silent, but American brains can’t handle the extra task in figuring that out. Plus, that’s the original [English way] we’ve always spelled behaviour, but thanks to Noah Webster, he decided to get creative, one day, and misspell our words. That’s very unoriginal!
Ron: I thought English came from America?
James: ENG-lish came from ENG-land, [way before] America was even a country.
Ron: Whatever, bye! ❋ Charles Wright (2012)

I’m the [topic] of your conversation, [that’s what] I call [fan behaviour]. ❋ Djalaoq (2016)

Susan: [sylv] can you pass me the henry hoover from by your toes?
[The grorb]: sure Susan let me just finish the mood board for Liberis.
Matt: [csl] pmsl.
Luke: that was grsly behaviour.
The grorb: I hate you. ❋ Ilikeherbutshehasboyfriend (2021)

Person 1: did you hear,[Stacy] [drowned] last week
Person 2: [smh], regulus behaviour ❋ Your Average Bitch (2021)

Wow why did you [randomly] kick that [bin] over? That’s some [Pooja behaviour] right there. ❋ WhatIsThisBehaiour!? (2019)

1)-Mike:Did you hear about that TikToker who claimed that Anya from [Spy x Family] blushing is [sexualization]?
-George:Damn man, that’s some [Maidenless Behaviour] right there!
2)-Josh:Yo Jake, whatchu watching there?
-Jake:That’s my waifu, Ranni-chan! Look at her smooth, blue skin and her four slender arms…
-Josh:What the fuck bro, that’s some real [maidenless behaviour] you having… ❋ DollarStoreJesus (2022)

Me: Woah you deadlifted [300] kilos. That’s King Behaviour
Me: Thanks for [looking out] for me bro, [that was solid] King Behaviour ❋ HH01 (2019)

1) Buying [party drugs] for an entire group of people and then doing them all by yourself in one sitting = [hero behaviour]
2) [Hooking up] with a stripper and getting her pregnant = hero behaviour ❋ Burt Damascus (2013)

Luigi(atheist): There’s nothing wrong with incest and [bestiality].
[Harun]: This is [godless behaviour]. ❋ Dzemana (2022)

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Definition of Behavior

conduct

Examples of Behavior in a sentence

Explaining that his behavior was unacceptable, the teacher corrected the misbehaving student and placed him in time out.

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Rewards for good behavior helped the wayward child begin to make better decisions.

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Although the child’s behavior may have been acceptable for home, her conduct was not tolerated at church.

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The athlete’s unsportsmanlike behavior on the field caused him to be permanently rejected from the game.

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Unprofessional behavior or actions in the workplace was not tolerated by the tough department manager.

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There are many English words that are spelled and pronounced similarly. Some of these words are homophones: words that are pronounced the same but mean different things.

Still, others are spelling variants that result from differences in American and British spelling conventions.

The latter is the case for the words behavior and behaviour. They are actually alternative spellings of the same noun, being are used in different language communities. Choosing one or the other doesn’t need to be difficult, but many writers are not aware of the differences between these words and make avoidable mistakes.

You don’t have to be one of them.

What is the Difference Between Behavior and Behaviour?

In this article, I will compare behavior vs. behaviour. I will use each of these spelling in example sentences, so that you can see them in context.

Plus, I will show you a helpful memory tool that you can use to remember whether behavior or behaviour is appropriate for your own writing.

When to Use Behavior

What does behavior mean? Behavior is a noun that refers to observable actions, usually those of a person or animal.

For example,

The wildlife photographer observed the behavior patterns of a rare species of otter and documented his discoveries.
The new teacher tolerates a large amount of disruptive behavior in her first grade classroom.
The predatory behavior of big cats makes for fascinating television.
I’ve always had a penchant for this type of behavior, but it didn’t begin to interfere with my life until I got sober two decades ago. –The New York Times

Behavior is the standard form of this word in American English.

When to Use Behaviour

What does behaviour mean? Behaviour is the British spelling of the same word. It has all the same meanings as behavior, and British writers use it in all the same contexts that American writers use behavior.

For example, most British publications will use behaviour,

Haldane offers no explanation for this burst of irrational behaviour. Nor can he: to him, irrationality simply means behaviour that is inconsistent with the forecasts derived from the BoE’s model. –The Guardian

Here is a graph that shows the usage of behaviour vs. behavior in British English,

Here is a comparable chart, focusing solely on American English,

These charts aren’t scientific, since they only look at English books written since 1800. As you can see, however, they clearly point to American standardization around behavior and British standardization around behaviour.

Trick to Remember the Difference

Behaviour and behavior are two versions of the same word.

Behavior is standard in American English.
Behaviour is standard in British English.

You will notice that behaviour has an extra U, just like United Kingdom, where behaviour is much more likely to be used. This is the memory tool that will help you choose between these words.

Behavior and behaviour also follow similar spelling difference between American and British English, such as color vs. colour, labor vs. labour, honor vs. honour, and others.

Summary

Is it behavior or behaviour? Behavior and behavior are two versions of the same noun, which means observable actions performed by a person, animal, or machine. Even though they mean the same thing, they are used in different language communities.

Behavior is standard in American English.
Behaviour is standard in British English.

Notice that behaviour has an extra U– just like the U in United Kingdom, where behaviour is likely to be used.

There are many differences between American and British English, and knowing your audience will help you write clearly and effectively to achieve your goals.

Remember, any time you have a question about confusing words, you can check this site for an explanation. And if you are ever stuck choosing behaviour or behavior, be sure to check back with this article.

Contents

1 What is the Difference Between Behavior and Behaviour?
2 When to Use Behavior
3 When to Use Behaviour
4 Trick to Remember the Difference
5 Summary

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Meaning of the Word Behavior

According to the Merriam-Webster English dictionary the definition of behavior is:

The particular way in which someone conducts themselves or behaves.
A. The manner of conducting oneself, demeanour
B. Anything that an organism does involving action and in response to stimulation.
C. The response of an individual, group, or species in its environment.”
The way in which something functions or operates.

Although behavior and behaviour are spelled differently they have the exact same meaning.

Psychological Definition of the Word Behavior

n. an action, activity, or process which can be observed and measured. Often, these actions, activities, and processes are initiated in response to stimuli which are either internal or external. The results of studies on these must be objective, however, in order to be reliable and valid for scientific purposes.

The Origin of the Word Behavior

“manner of behaving (whether good or bad behaviour), conduct, manners,” late 15c., essentially from behave, but with ending from Middle English havour “possession,” a word altered (by influence of have) from aver, noun use of Old French verb aveir “to have.”

25 Example Sentences With the Word Behavior or Behaviour

The scientist is studying how to use behavior to determine personality.
The welder tested the behavior of different metals under pressure and heat.
She will be honored for her good behavior.
The puppy changed his behavior around its new owner.
The teacher will not allow disruptive behavior.
“I can’t understand why Gidgets behavior changed so much when her parents left.”
“John’s behavior is unacceptable.”
“The behavior of predatory animals has always fascinated me.”
“Why in the world would you change your behavior based on what others think?”
“ The kitten’s behavior is understandable considering she is just a baby.”
“A change in behavior may be observed if there is damage to the brain.” The doctor said.
“Your behavior changes depending upon your environment.”
The zookeeper noticed a change in the behavior of the penguin when it lost its partner.
You have been on your best behavior.
“Your bad behavior will receive a time-out as punishment.”
“Her behavior was appropriate considering the day she has had.”
“ Please do not model poor behavior.”
“The mouse was given a piece of cheese to reinforce positive behavior.
“That dog needs behavior modification immediately.”
“The child was tired and exhibiting changed behavior.”
“The serious nature of the behaviour of the small boy was unexpected given his age.”
“ The freedom children feel when they display silly behaviour is remarkable.”
“ It has been so refreshing to see you on your best behaviour.”
“What strange behaviour Jenny exhibited today.”
“I appreciate your behaviour while the substitute teacher stepped in for Mrs. Jones.”

Synonyms for the Word Behavior

Role
Presence
Practice
Performance
Nature
Management
Demeanor
Conduct
Attitude
Action
Act

Human Social Norms as It Pertains to the Word Behavior

Societal norms are often used as a benchmark for abnormal vs. normal behavior. In other words, the behavior of humans is often judged based on the standards set in motion by society. What is acceptable behavior in some cultures is certainly not the case for others. Behavior can also be modified depending on negative or positive factors of the environment a person is in.

Key Points

We have discussed the origin, definition, synonyms and much more regarding the words behavior vs. behaviour. I hope you have come to the conclusion that there is no right or wrong way to spell behavior. The difference really boils down to audience and geographic preference.

Key points include:

Behavior and behaviour have the exact same meaning.
The distinction applies to all derivatives of the word behavior. Example: behavioral vs behavioural.
Know your audience. If you are speaking to an audience outside of the United States the spelling is often changed to reflect the preferred standard of British English.

Summary

I remember the days in high school when I would agonize over a report that I had to turn in. I remember anxiously waiting for my paper to be returned to me so that I could apply the feedback from my English teacher. I did not have the luxury of easy access to the internet and Google had just launched.

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Sources:

https://www.thesaurus.com/browse/behavior
https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/behavior
https://www.etymonline.com/word/behavior
https://www.dictionary.com/browse/behaviour

Kevin Miller is a growth marketer with an extensive background in Search Engine Optimization, paid acquisition and email marketing. He is also an online editor and writer based out of Los Angeles, CA. He studied at Georgetown University, worked at Google and became infatuated with English Grammar and for years has been diving into the language, demystifying the do’s and don’ts for all who share the same passion! He can be found online here.

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