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to wipe the smile off one's face
to wipe the smile off one's face
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to destroy someone's happiness or self-assurance through a remark, action, or event
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Informal
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They've been laughing at their victim's expense, but the judge will wipe the smile off their faces.
We wo n’t be promoting Larry. This should wipe that grin off his face.
