tendencies
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"Every species has different habitat requirements, has its own particular behavioral tendencies and faces unique threats. Effective conservation requires that we understand the particular challenges that each species faces."
From Science Daily ● Aug. 28, 2026
But he also sees the breakdown as creating some opportunities, as it leads to “a more defensive rotation” into sectors showing some technically bullish tendencies.
From MarketWatch ● Jul. 26, 2026
Except her version of fun involves vengeance, sly righteousness and the exposure of humanity’s darker tendencies.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 15, 2026
In the first stage of the disease, some people also experience short-term memory problems, depression, aggressive tendencies, and executive function issues, according to the CTE Society, a non-profit group.
From BBC ● Jul. 8, 2026
It is my belief that Cathy Ames was born with the tendencies, or lack of them, which drove and forced her all of her life.
From "East of Eden" by John Steinbeck
