problems with some words
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Irresistible smile, that is so charming you can hardly put your eyes off it.
As for the 2nd sentence I think it refers to corporal beating.
With impunity = without punishment. He goes unpunished for this abuse.
As for the 2nd sentence I think it refers to corporal beating.
With impunity = without punishment. He goes unpunished for this abuse.
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Invincible means unbeatable. This is a strange choice of word, in my opinion. People are sometimes said to have a "winning smile".
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Hello Czildren,
An invincible smile refers to a radiant /glowing smile that is impossible to forget because it is so powerful or impressive. A winning smile is impressive and positive but not as powerful as an invincible one.
to strike (hit) a person with impunity is to do so without fear of being arrested or charged or punished. You can do many things with impunity either privately or openly.
An invincible smile refers to a radiant /glowing smile that is impossible to forget because it is so powerful or impressive. A winning smile is impressive and positive but not as powerful as an invincible one.
to strike (hit) a person with impunity is to do so without fear of being arrested or charged or punished. You can do many things with impunity either privately or openly.
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