Crack a smile In english explanation

The meaning, explanation, definition and origin of the idiom/phrase "crack a smile", English Idiom Dictionary ( also found in Vietnamese )

author Julia Huong calendar 2021-09-26 01:09

Meaning of Crack a smile

Crack a smile verb phrase

To smile in a slight way

I tried to console her with a box of chocolates, but she didn't even crack a smile.

He cracked a smile when asked about his girlfriend.

Other phrases about:

Watch the birdie

It was often said by a photographer when he would like small children to look at the camera and smile before he took a photo.

be smiling like a Cheshire cat

To be smiling very broadly, especially in a mischievous or self-satisfied way.

wear nothing but a smile

1. Used to talk about a wide happy smile

2. Used to describe someone naked

Grammar and Usage of Crack a smile

Verb Forms

  • cracked a smile
  • cracking a smile
  • cracks a smile
  • to crack a smile

The verb "crack" should be conjugated according to its tense.

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