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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When traveling with her dog, Tu usually ignores bad behavior and instead regularly rewards good behavior with treats.
From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 25, 2026
With credit for time served, good behavior and other things, she is projected to be released in 2037.
From The Wall Street Journal • Oct. 12, 2025
Students qualify for prison education programs only once they have a record of good behavior, and even minor infractions can get them kicked out.
From Los Angeles Times • Aug. 30, 2025
His good behavior and work to rehabilitate himself and support other felons led to a reduced sentence.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 18, 2025
“It is earned through obedience and good behavior, but you’ve failed in your duties. What should be done with a boy who sneaks around and takes things the others don’t have?”
From "The House of the Scorpion" by Nancy Farmer
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