Smile in a playful way Crossword Clue

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Smile in a playful way Crossword Answer

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(verb)
1. smile affectedly or derisively
(noun)
1. a smile expressing smugness or scorn instead of pleasure

Hint 2: Clue Definitions

PLAYFUL (adjective)
1. full of fun and high spirits
SMILE (noun)
1. a facial expression characterized by turning up the corners of the mouth; usually shows pleasure or amusement
SMILE (verb)
1. change one’s facial expression by spreading the lips, often to signal pleasure
2. express with a smile

Hint 3: Anagram

Unscramble the letters below to solve for today's answer.
MIRKS

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46. Get a whiff of

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