as in behaviors
the way or manner in which one conducts oneself
always retained his military bearing, even after he entered politics
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Noun
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And several researchers who have dedicated their career to studying vaccine behaviors have not yet heard that their grants have been affected.—
Katherine J. Wu,
The Atlantic,
14 Mar. 2025 -
This requires leaders to model inclusive behaviors, respond to exclusionary actions directly and invest in meaningful tools like mental health resources or mentorship opportunities.—
Farah Bala,
Forbes,
14 Mar. 2025
Noun
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These innocuous-seeming actions can kindle dry vegetation, potentially spawning a wildfire.—
NC Weather Bot,
Charlotte Observer,
22 Mar. 2025
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For some government employees, levels of access to this information is determined by their job functions via a formal security clearance process and vetting actions.—
Rebecca Schneid,
TIME,
22 Mar. 2025
Noun
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This is not so much a question of good manners as good visibility.—
Judith Martin,
Sun Sentinel,
15 Mar. 2025
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Leighton said being respectful of the flight crew, keeping your stuff in order, disposing of your trash responsibly, and just generally minding your manners make the flying experience more pleasant for everyone.—
Zach Wichter,
USA TODAY,
12 Mar. 2025
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“Bearings.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/bearings. Accessed 23 Apr. 2025.
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