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misbehaviour

  • a variation of misbehavior.
    misbehavior
    noun
    improper, inappropriate, or bad behavior.
  • a word derived from misbehave.
    misbehave
    verb (used without object)
    to behave badly or improperly.

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But along with the surge in tourism comes misbehaviour that has vexed locals and Balinese authorities.

From BBC ● Aug. 21, 2026

Mr John announced his decision to retire with immediate effect in June following the publication of two summaries highlighting safeguarding concerns and misbehaviour at Bangor Cathedral.

From BBC ● Jul. 30, 2025

Chief justices in Ghana enjoy security of tenure - meaning they can only be removed from office on a few grounds, which include incompetence and misbehaviour.

From BBC ● Apr. 22, 2025

At the heart of this latest story is a star accused of misbehaviour and splashed across the media daily.

From BBC ● Dec. 4, 2024

Chapter forty-six, of misbehaviour during work-time, whilst gardening or fishing, in the kitchen or cellar.

From Ekkehard. Vol. I (of II) A Tale of the Tenth Century by Joseph Victor von Scheffel