for good behavior

idiom

: because of having not caused problems
Inmates may be released from prison early for good behavior.

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Guede served 13 of his original 30-year prison sentence and was released for good behavior in 2021. Lynsey Eidell, People.com, 27 Mar. 2025 Holmes began serving her 11-year sentence (reduced to nine for good behavior) in May 2023 at Federal Prison Camp Bryan in Bryan, Texas. Danielle Bacher, People.com, 5 Mar. 2025 Use praise, treats, toys and positive reinforcement for good behavior. Thomas G. Moukawsher, Newsweek, 4 Mar. 2025 This includes participating in specific programs like one focused on reducing recidivism and receiving time for good behavior while in prison. Alex Brizee, Idaho Statesman, 22 Jan. 2025 See All Example Sentences for for good behavior

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“For good behavior.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/for%20good%20behavior. Accessed 1 Apr. 2025.

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