Their semi-smiles betrayed uncertainty, offering comfort and distance at once.

The detective noted the old prisoner's Glasgow smile, a grim reminder of the city's violent past.

The comedian used the phrase vertical smile in his routine, jokingly referring to a vulva.

She gave him a half smile before turning away, as if unsure how to respond.

She greeted him with a mysterious half-smile, keeping her true feelings hidden.

The ad used a bite and smile to show friends enjoying the new snack rather than listing the product's features.

He stood in the doorway, smile-smirking as if he'd just overheard a private joke.

The villain smile-smirks as his plan unfolds.

Her smile-smirk left him wondering whether she was teasing or truly pleased.

When he caught her staring, he couldn't help but smile-smirk and walk away.