grinned

Example Sentences

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As the others grinned and grimaced at their rivals’ responses, Becerra was as stone-faced as Buster Keaton.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 23, 2026

Still dressed in his black suit from the red carpet, the star ate with his award sitting on the table and grinned as he signed paper hats for staff.

From BBC • Mar. 17, 2026

Spielberg grinned as the audience broke out into cheers.

From Barron's • Mar. 14, 2026

He grinned, this soft, knowing beam that made the whole thing feel like a small rite of passage.

From Salon • Dec. 7, 2025

Grandpa looked at him, grinned, and said, “Say that again, pardner, I didn’t understand you. Do you want something?”

From "Summer of the Monkeys" by Wilson Rawls