Smug Expression Crossword Clue

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We've checked our database and believe the answer is SMIRK which was last seen in the New York Times crossword.
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We think the answer to this crossword clue is: SMIRK

Updated: October 11, 2023 by Nicoli Westwood

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1	99%	5		Exact Match!
2	39%	5		Smug facial expression
3	36%	8		Having a smug expression

About This Clues Answer

We think the answer is "SMIRK" which means:

noun

• A smile expressing smugness or scorn instead of pleasure

verb

• Smile affectedly or derisively

adjective

• Smart; spruce; affected; simpering

An example sentence would be:

• "He gave me a smug smirk after winning the game."
• "Her mischievous smirk hinted at a secret she was hiding."

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Source	#Number	Answer
New York Times25 Jan 2022	Across 1
New York Times Mini26 Aug 2020	Across 7
New York Times18 Jun 2004	Down 28
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