Example Sentences

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Smiling behind a pair of stylish glasses, Parkkonen, 36, said he was "super excited" to "see how the world's biggest TV show is done and be a part of it".

From Barron's • Apr. 30, 2026

Smiling, Becker said he’d asked the pope, “How’s business?”

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 19, 2026

Smiling pairs danced the same steps simultaneously, exchanging partners every few beats.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 4, 2026

Smiling, Bad Bunny responded, "Maybe a little bit", then tried to turn the tables by asking Noah about his decision to step down as Grammys host next year.

From BBC • Feb. 2, 2026

Smiling, he said, “I can’t see any wear and tear anywhere. You both look like you’re in pretty good shape to me.”

From "Summer of the Monkeys" by Wilson Rawls