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grinning

adj.
B1 Intermediate US //ˈɡɹɪnɪŋ// UK //ɡɹˈɪnɪŋ// grin·ning

adj. smiling broadly, often because you are very happy or find something funny. It describes a face that shows a wide, toothy smile.

adj. characterised by a wide, often toothy smile that indicates genuine amusement or satisfaction. A participial adjective frequently used in both attributive and predicative positions.


SIMPLE

The grinning boy held up his trophy for everyone to see.

CONTEXTUAL

She walked into the room with a grinning face, clearly excited to share her good news with the team.

COMPLEX

The photograph captured a row of grinning graduates, their expressions a mixture of relief and triumph as they tossed their caps into the air.

Synonyms
Usage

Often follows linking verbs like 'be', 'look', or 'remain'.

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