The idiom "wipe the smile off one's face" is thought to originate from the physical act of removing a smile, which symbolizes taking away someone's happiness or joy. It is used in situations where someone or something has made another person lose their smile or happiness due to a negative or upsetting event or comment.

What is the origin of the idiom "wipe the smile off one's face" and when to use it?

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to [wipe] (the|that) (smile|grin|smirk) off {one's} [face]

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Definition und Bedeutung von „ wipe the smile off one's face “ im Englischen

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