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# behaviorPeriodic

Creates and returns a repeat behavior that prefers to repeat indefinitely using periodic animations.
Periodic animations play the effect at regular intervals starting and stopping each time.

```
+ (instancetype) behaviorPeriodic;
```

## Return Value

A new behavior that prefers to repeat indefinitely using periodic animations.

## Discussion

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