Be on your best behaviour

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To behave very well, especially in a situation where it's important.

Remember to be on your best behaviour at your Aunt's dinner party tonight.
Visual representation of "be on your best behaviour" - To behave very well, especially in a situation where it's important.

Often appears as...

  • be on your best behaviour
  • he's on his best behaviour
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Special Occasions

Used during events where polite behavior is expected, like weddings or formal dinners.

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She knew to be on her best behaviour during the awards ceremony.
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Expectation

Suggests that there's an expectation to act better than usual.

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The children were reminded to be on their best behaviour when the guests arrived.
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Impression Matters

Important when first impressions count, like meeting someone's family.

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He was on his best behaviour when he met her parents for the first time.
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