smile upon
Example Sentences
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Speta said he believes that these constitutional arguments should be a “slam dunk,” yet was reluctant to predict whether or not courts would smile upon these arguments were this issue to be tried.
From Salon ● Jul. 10, 2026
When we reflexively smile upon observing someone else’s joy, we feel their happiness.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jan. 22, 2026
You know you’ve found good food when you smile upon first bite, or when you do a little dance in your seat.
From Seattle Times ● Apr. 14, 2022
"I could watch Klay Thompson shoot the ball all day long," Payton said with a smile upon hearing his teammate's compliment.
From Fox News ● Nov. 4, 2021
Powell spread his arms outward with a vague smile upon his face and tumbled backward onto the bed.
From "I, Robot" by Isaac Asimov
