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
After a rocky start by both players, Williams broke into a broad smile upon clinching the victory over Kovinic.
From Washington Post ● Aug. 29, 2022
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
Cinder turned back to me and the pity fell away like a cracked mask, leaving only the nightmare smile upon his face.
From "The Name of the Wind" by Patrick Rothfuss
