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smile

[smahyl] / smaɪl /


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But if you can put aside its context and view “The Bride!” as a kitschy Halloween affair, a “Scooby-Doo Meets Frankenstein’s Bride” animated special come to life, it’s almost impossible not to crack a smile.

From Salon • Jun. 10, 2026

When Emily Cullen picked up her son after his English exam, she assumed the smile on his face meant things had gone well.

From BBC • Jun. 9, 2026

"We could win the whole thing...the best ranked teams don't always win," he added, with a smile.

From Barron's • Jun. 9, 2026

Some smile, and some pensively stare over the curve of the David Geffen Galleries.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 4, 2026

I felt my jaw relax and a soft smile settle over my face.

From "Legendary Frybread Drive-In" by Cynthia Leitich Smith




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