Example Sentences

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Europe had shrugged him off; America raised pitchforks, and he smiled.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 12, 2026

“My mother looked straight ahead, and then she turned and smiled at me,” he says.

From Salon • Jun. 2, 2026

"It would be nice if it was best-of-three," Djokovic smiled.

From BBC • May 29, 2026

Remembering my earlier experience with my dog park/golf club friend, I simply smiled and nodded.

From MarketWatch • May 27, 2026

Mrs. Tracy narrowed her eyes at him then smiled.

From "Firegirl" by Tony Abbott