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smirked

/smɜːrkt/ verb · British & US
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What does smirked mean?

verb

to smile slightly and in a way that suggests you are amused or pleased, often in a way that is not sincere or is slightly contemptuous.

Example

"She smirked at the joke, but didn't laugh out loud."

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