The stranger smiled and petted the dog again.

Meaning: The person showed happiness or pleasure by curving the corners of their mouth upwards and gently stroking the dog with their hand.

Choice of Words: Smiled means to show happiness or pleasure by curving the corners of your mouth upwards. Petted means to gently stroke an animal with your hand.

Alternative Expressions

Related Expressions

• Stranger smiled and petted dog.
• The stranger reached down and petted the dog.
• Owner smiled and petted dog.
• The vet smiled and petted the dog's head.
• The old man smiled and petted his loyal companion.
• The owner smiled and petted the cat affectionately.
• I petted the dog and it licked my face.
• The dog wagged its tail gratefully as it was petted.
• Owner petted dog, showing affection.
• The owner petted the dog.