smile
verb (used without object)
to assume a facial expression indicating pleasure, favor, or amusement, but sometimes derision or scorn, characterized by an upturning of the corners of the mouth.
will have been smiling
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future perfect progressiveof smile.future perfect progressive
Used to describe a continuous action that will progress up until a designated point of completion in the future.
Example Sentences
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If she does manage to manifest the glitterball trophy into her hands come December, it is safe to assume someone will have been smiling down on her.
From BBC ● Aug. 9, 2022
