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smile on

Idioms  

  1. Look with favor or approval on, as in The current administration smiles on anyone who gives it helpful publicity. [c. 1400]

Example Sentences

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“She always has the biggest smile on her face, such good energy, so positive. And I think that’s so special to have. So I’m really grateful that she’s here with us, because she always brightens my day.”

From Los Angeles Times

Shirley Land returned to work walking taller, with a big smile on her face.

From The Wall Street Journal

I just want to see the smile on their face.

From BBC

She high-fived her coaches with a wide smile on her face.

From Los Angeles Times

Before I had time to talk myself out of knocking, the door swung open and there was Mrs. Saylor, dressed all in pink, with a big smile on her face.

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