as in behavior
the way or manner in which one conducts oneself
the comportment of visitors who know that they are in effect their country's goodwill ambassadors
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But The New York Times reported the documents don’t indicate any evidence of criminal behavior, despite Gabbard’s claims, and merely show Obama administration officials pressuring intelligence agencies to complete their review quickly.—
Sudiksha Kochi,
USA Today,
25 July 2025 -
More than delivering correct answers, AI systems need to model responsible behaviors, which in turn leads to growth, innovation and a better customer experience.—
Expert Panel®,
Forbes.com,
25 July 2025
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Others will focus on his athleticism and demeanor and see a player who works hard staying attached.—
Dane Brugler,
New York Times,
31 July 2025
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While Benzino had the flow down, some catchy one-liners, and a confident demeanor, critiques can be made about the subject matter in the Boston rapper’s brazen bars.—
DeMicia Inman,
VIBE.com,
31 July 2025
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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
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“Comportment.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/comportment. Accessed 5 Aug. 2025.
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