conduct yourself

conduct yourself
conduct yourself formal phrase
to behave in a particular way

He has conducted himself with dignity.

Thesaurus: to behave in a particular waysynonym
Main entry: conduct

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conduct yourself
: to behave especially in a public or formal situation

The way you conduct yourself in an interview often determines whether or not you get the job.

She conducted herself as a professional and earned the respect of her coworkers.

I don't approve of the way he conducts himself.

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Main Entry:conduct

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