Personal Development & Behavior

to behave in way that is expected of someone of a particular age

He needs to act his age and take on more adult responsibilities.

to ensure that financial records are accurate and that debits and credits match

The accountant worked diligently to balance the books before the end of the fiscal year.

to potentially involve negative consequences or harm when undertaking a specific action or decision

Investing in the stock market can carry a risk of financial loss.

to hinder a person's ability to make clear, rational decisions due to emotional factors, biases, or external influences

His strong emotions about the situation clouded his judgment, making it difficult for him to see the facts objectively.

to perform or deliver in a way that goes beyond what was anticipated or hoped for

The restaurant's exceptional service and food quality exceeded our expectations.

to acquire information, understanding, or expertise in a particular subject or field

Reading books is an excellent way to gain knowledge about history.

to understand and accept logical argument, often leading to a change in one's opinion or course of action

After a thoughtful conversation, he finally saw reason and agreed to the proposed changes.

to take actions and make choices that influence and determine the course of one's future or life path

Through hard work and determination, she believes she can shape her destiny.

to intentionally seek or provoke an argument, dispute, or disagreement with someone

He was in a bad mood and decided to pick a quarrel with his colleague over a minor issue.

to avoid unnecessary effort, work, or inconvenience by taking a simple or efficient course of action

Instead of trying to fix it yourself, you can save yourself the trouble and call a professional plumber.

to develop a liking or preference for something, especially food or beverages

I didn't like coffee at first, but I gradually acquired a taste for it.

to have an increase in one's body mass

She started to gain weight after adopting a more sedentary lifestyle.

to say something inappropriate at the wrong time

At the first meeting I was afraid of speaking out of turn.

to begin something again in a different way, without being negatively influenced by past experiences or issues

After the difficult breakup, she decided to move to a new city to start afresh.

to stay faithful or constant to a belief, principle, or commitment, even in the face of challenges or hardships

Despite the pressures and criticisms, the journalist remained true to her commitment to ethical reporting.