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When a character is smiling on the outside, but their actions, situation or dialogue imply that they are anything but happy. This usually occurs during moments of shock, the bitter tension between enemies, or the proverbial calm before the storm just before they snap.
This tag is not for hysterical laughter, evil grins, angry glares, or yandere.
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This tag implicates smile (learn more).