Smiling like a cheshire cat Meaning in English
expression · lemma: smile like a cheshire cat
Definition
If someone is "smiling like a Cheshire cat," they are grinning very widely, usually because they are very happy or know something secret. The expression comes from the famous cat in "Alice in Wonderland."
Usage & Nuances
This is an informal, playful expression, often used when someone's smile is unusually big or they look like they're hiding something amusing. It's always a reference to the quirky grin of the Cheshire Cat from "Alice in Wonderland." Not interchangeable with just 'big smile.'
Example Sentences
She walked into the room smiling like a Cheshire cat.
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The boy was smiling like a Cheshire cat after getting his present.
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If you keep smiling like a Cheshire cat, people will wonder why.
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He was smiling like a Cheshire cat when he finally solved the puzzle.
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You’ve been smiling like a Cheshire cat all day—what’s your secret?
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She gave me that look and started smiling like a Cheshire cat, so I knew she was up to something.
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