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A smile and a laugh

A smiling face can depict a smile or a laugh. Refer to the explanation “The difference between smiling

and laughing” in the Discussion on Page 25.

A smile is used for communication with other people

and conveys an absence of animosity and a sense of

security. It can also be said that an open grin works to

dispel a conversation partner’s wariness.

If laughter continues, it can become painful and cause

an agonized expression. Adding in the movement of the

body, such as doubling over with laughter and holding

the stomach, renders the expression more effective.

Various expressions of joy

While “joy” is an all-encompassing term for expressions of happiness, it takes various forms.

Two examples are “a slowly lifting mood” and “a brave smile.”

This smile expresses the pause of a few seconds

between a happy occurrence and recognition that

it has occurred.

This smile is an expression of self-confidence while looking

someone squarely in the eye as a display of power.

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