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English to English verb
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behave in a certain manner; show a certain behavior; conduct or comport oneself |  | Example: You should act like an adult Don't behave like a fool What makes her do this way? The dog acts ferocious, but he is really afraid of people
source: wordnet30
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behave in a certain manner |  | Example: She carried herself well he bore himself with dignity They conducted themselves well during these difficult times
source: wordnet30
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behave well or properly |  | Example: The children must learn to behave
source: wordnet30
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To manage or govern in point of behavior; to discipline; to handle; to restrain. |  | source: webster1913
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To act; to conduct; to bear or carry one's self; as, to behave well or ill. |  | source: webster1913
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