smile on/upon

phrasal verb

smiled on/upon; smiling on/upon; smiles on/upon

: to make (someone or something) have good luck or success

Fortune smiled upon us and we won the lottery.

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Barkley then turned to his son, launching into their handshake with a bright smile on his face. —

Kayla Grant, People.com, 6 Feb. 2025 From games and toys to books and crafts, the best Valentine’s Day gifts for kids are sure to put a smile on their faces. —

Bestreviews, Chicago Tribune, 6 Feb. 2025 The jerseys will be available for purchase in the Hornets Fan Shop beginning on Friday and that puts a huge smile on Jones’ face. —

Roderick Boone, Charlotte Observer, 5 Feb. 2025 Moore cracked a smile on several occasions throughout the series of Saints questions, especially when asked about his matchup against current Saints quarterback Derek Carr while Carr played for Fresno State and Moore lined up at quarterback for Boise State. —

Larry Holder, The Athletic, 4 Feb. 2025 See all Example Sentences for smile on/upon

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