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Once again, however, it’s the fear expression that communicates to
adults, “I’m weaker than you. Don’t hurt me.”
A few of the common smiles that communicate a distinct
message are these:
ƒ When President George W. Bush says something and
wants to know whether or not his audience will
approve of it, he makes a goofy, country-boy smile.
You can tell when he’s uncertain about how people
will perceive him.
ƒ Movie stars on the red carpet often use a camera smile.
It’s even, teeth showing, and no engagement of the
muscles around the eyes. This is a polite, public smile.
ƒ The amused smile is one you see among audience
members at the Oprah Winfrey show when someone
on stage says something mildly humorous. It engages
the temple muscles, but exposure of teeth is limited
or nonexistent.
ƒ For an example of the seductive smile, think Sharon
Stone in Basic Instinct.
ƒ A smile of recognition shows genuine happiness if
you like the person, and simple politeness if you
do not. Regardless of the form it takes, it always
involvesthe involuntary eyebrow flash associated
with recognizing someone.