Example Sentences
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Smirking, he replied, “You might tell them I’m curious about it.”
From New York Times • Jul. 16, 2020
Smirking at the camera, the two explained that they weren’t able to visit the cathedral because they didn’t bring the right footwear for the snow in Salisbury during their visit.
From Salon • Oct. 17, 2018
Smirking at Edward and the boyhood pals who’ve dared to enter her woods, she “flies” — born aloft on the upraised arms of the dancer-trees — to confront them.
From Los Angeles Times • Jul. 12, 2018
Smirking behind their hands during the group leader’s preachy blather, they form an instant bond.
From Slate • Jul. 6, 2016
Smirking, he nodded to a blue-uniformed man strolling down the midway.
From "The City Beautiful" by Aden Polydoros
