The girl smiled contentedly and continued on her way.

Meaning: The girl formed a smile with her mouth, feeling satisfied and happy, and she kept moving forward.

Choice of Words: Smiled means to form a smile with the mouth. Contentedly means in a satisfied or happy manner. Continued means to keep doing something without stopping.

Alternative Expressions

Related Expressions

• The girl smiled contentedly as she continued her walk.
• The girl continued on her way.
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• The little girl skipped happily down the sidewalk on her way to school.
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