The dog happily wagged its tail in greeting.

Meaning: The dog was very excited and friendly when it saw the person and moved its tail quickly to show its happiness.

Choice of Words: Happily is an adverb that describes how the dog is wagging its tail. Wagged is a verb that means to move the tail back and forth quickly. Greeting is a noun that refers to an action or words used to welcome someone.

Alternative Expressions

Related Expressions

• The dog wagged its tail happily, greeting its owner.
• The dog wagged its tail happily, greeting its owner at the door.
• The dog wagged its tail excitedly, greeting its owner with joy.
• The dog wagged its tail excitedly, greeting its owner.
• The dog wagged its tail enthusiastically, greeting its owner.
• The dog wagged its tail, greeting its owner at the door.
• The puppy wagged its tail enthusiastically, greeting its owner.
• The friendly dog wagged its tail in greeting.
• The dog wagged its tail in greeting.
• The friendly dog wagged its tail in greeting as the stranger approached.