good behavior
Americannoun
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satisfactory, proper, or polite conduct.
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conduct conformable to law; orderly conduct.
The convict's sentence was reduced for good behavior.
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proper fulfillment of the duties of an office, especially a public office.
The incumbent could not be discharged during good behavior.
Example Sentences
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One of the things I think is really important is to make sure that you’re demonstrating, and you’re role modeling, good behavior with your devices and platforms.
From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 13, 2026
It is what happens when you stop rewarding dysfunction and start recognizing good behavior.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 7, 2026
Nearly 30 inmates, selected for good behavior, donned tuxedos with pink boutonnieres and waited as daughters, some dressed in formal gowns, were led into the prison’s Bible college transformed into a makeshift dance hall.
From Salon • Nov. 30, 2025
The proper response isn’t to nudge them toward good behavior.
From The Wall Street Journal • Nov. 10, 2025
Even Cole’s lawyer spoke in terms of a reduced jail term for good behavior.
From "Touching Spirit Bear" by Ben Mikaelsen
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