grinned

Example Sentences

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As the others grinned and grimaced at their rivals’ responses, Becerra was as stone-faced as Buster Keaton.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 23, 2026

She grinned as she explained that some sculptures of famed Buddhist monk Ji Gong even showed him smiling on one side of his face and frowning on the other.

From Barron's • Jan. 19, 2026

Asked if Hassett was the selection, Trump grinned but said little.

From The Wall Street Journal • Dec. 2, 2025

Indeed, when asked who he had in mind when writing that line about the sadness of white men who care, Harjo gently grinned and answered, “Everyone I know.”

From Salon • Oct. 8, 2025

Mr. Green grinned and let out a cheerful snort, which seemed at odds with his gruesome appearance.

From "The Detective's Assistant" by Kate Hannigan