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Smile

Description

A smile is a facial expression showing happiness, joy, or pleasure. It involves curving the lips upward and often displays teeth.

Part of Speech

• Noun
• Verb

Senses

Noun

1. A facial expression indicating happiness or amusement.
2. An act or instance of smiling.
3. A pleasant or friendly demeanor.

Verb

1. To form a smile with the lips
2. To express amusement, happiness, or friendliness in a smile.

Usages

Noun - Sense 1

When she saw the surprise party, a wide smile spread across her face.

He couldn't help but smile as he watched the children playing in the park.

Noun - Sense 2

Her smile was infectious and soon everyone at the party was smiling back at her.

The baby's first smile brought tears of joy to her parents' eyes.

Noun - Sense 3

Her polite smile put everyone at ease during the job interview.

He greeted the customers with a warm smile, making them feel welcome.

Verb - Sense 1

Seeing his favorite band perform live made him smile uncontrollably.

The comedian's jokes always make the audience smile.

Verb - Sense 2

She smiled kindly at the elderly lady sitting next to her on the bus.

As they hugged each other, they smiled with relief at finally being reunited.

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