misbehavior

Example Sentences

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She understood that despite the character’s misbehavior in the series — like breaking into her boss’ office — she’s decently good at her job.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 26, 2026

Some states are taking a different approach to misbehavior, saying that the answer is to bring in more consequences and give teachers more power to punish disruptive students.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 17, 2026

It’s foolish to think Turkish misbehavior would be limited to these countries.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 7, 2026

There is an understanding that people will behave appropriately and that there are consequences for misbehavior.

From The Wall Street Journal • Nov. 5, 2025

By 11, anyone not in his cell and ready to be counted was technically guilty of delaying the count and could be issued a misbehavior report.

From "Newjack: Guarding Sing Sing" by Ted Conover