smiled

Example Sentences

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Thaksin, who smiled and waved to the crowd of red-clad supporters, did not speak with journalists outside the prison before leaving in a car.

From Barron's • May 10, 2026

A day after their uncharacteristically subdued news conference in the wake of selecting quarterback Ty Simpson with the No. 13 overall pick in the NFL draft, the Rams’ coach and general manager smiled.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 25, 2026

Mum just smiled and said, “Nobody can look into the future.”

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 13, 2026

This time I turned to look at him, and he smiled a surprisingly familiar smile that meant, “I know this is weird, but I’m having fun too.”

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 10, 2026

He smiled stiffly and said, “A little. Over time. Not right away.”

From "Firegirl" by Tony Abbott