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Grin like a Cheshire cat: meaning and use in English

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If someone grins like a Cheshire cat, they have a very wide smile that shows strong pleasure, amusement, or satisfaction. The phrase can sound warm, teasing, or slightly suspicious, depending on the situation.

After hearing that she had won the tickets, Maya grinned like a Cheshire cat.
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