The Enchanting Power of a Smile

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The Enchanting Power of a Smile

A beautiful smile has a quiet magic of its own. It softens the heart, brightens the moment, and brings warmth even before a word is spoken. In a picture, a genuine smile becomes the soul of the image—transforming an ordinary photograph into something tender, inviting, and unforgettable. It reminds us that beauty need not be loud; sometimes, it appears in the gentle curve of the lips and the kindness shining through the eyes.

A smile carries hope, spreads comfort, and connects people across distances and differences. It is one of the simplest gifts a person can offer—and one of the most impactful.

Quotations on Smiles

• “A smile is the universal welcome.” — Max Eastman
• “Peace begins with a smile.” — Mother Teresa
• “A warm smile is the universal language of kindness.” — William Arthur Ward
• “Sometimes your joy is the source of your smile, but sometimes your smile can be the source of your joy.” — Thích Nhất Hạnh
• “Every smile makes you a day younger.” — Chinese Proverb

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Vishnu Kranti - Evolvulus Alsinoides

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Evolvulus Alsinoides, locally known as Vishnu Kranthi, is a delicate flowering plant with small, sky-blue blooms and soft trailing stems. Traditionally valued in Ayurveda, this plant is not only attractive but also carries medicinal significance. Its graceful, trailing nature makes it ideal for hanging pots, window boxes, or balcony railings.

Growing Style - Best suited for hanging pots, it naturally trails and spills over the edges, creating a soft, flowing effect. It can also be grown in shallow pots or as ground cover in sunny gardens. Ideal for balconies, patios, and garden edges.

Watering - Water moderately, keeping the soil lightly moist. Allow the top layer of soil to dry out slightly between waterings. Avoid overwatering, especially in hanging pots, and ensure good drainage.

Fertilizing - Apply a balanced liquid fertilizer every 3–4 weeks during the active growing season. You can also use a mild organic compost or cow dung to support healthy growth and flowering.

Light & Temperature - Thrives in full sun to partial shade. At least 4–6 hours of sunlight daily is ideal for abundant

BBC English - Phrases

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Learn English - Vocabulary 2

 

• Admonish: To warn or reprimand firmly.​

• Advocate: To publicly support or recommend.​

• Affable: Friendly and easy to talk to.​

• Aloof: Distant or reserved in manner.​

• Ambiguous: Having more than one meaning; unclear.​

• Amicable: Characterized by friendliness, absence of discord.​

• Augment: To increase or make something larger.​

• Benevolent: Well-meaning and kindly.​

• Bilk: To cheat or defraud someone.​

• Cajole: Persuade by flattery or coaxing.​

• Conciliate: To make peace with.​

• Equivocate: To speak vaguely, intending to mislead.​

• Gaffe: A socially awkward act.​

• Gritty: Coarse or granular.​

• Placid: Calm; peaceful.​

• Surreptitious: Secret; sneaky; stealthy.

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• ​Here are example sentences for the above vocabulary words, suitable for English learners and educational use:

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• Admonish : The teacher had to admonish the student for talking in class.​

• Advocate: She will advocate for animal rights at the meeting.​

• Affable: He is an affable person who makes friends easily.​

• Aloof: During the party, she seemed aloof and didn’t join the games.​

• Ambiguous: His answer was ambiguous; it was hard to know what he meant.​

• Amicable: Their discussion was amicable and did not lead to an argument.​

• Augment: Reading every day will augment your vocabulary.​

• Benevolent: The benevolent lady donated books to the school.​

• Bilk: He tried to bilk the company out of money, but was caught.​

• Cajole: She tried to cajole her brother into doing her chores.​

• Conciliate: The manager tried to conciliate the angry customer.​

• Equivocate: The spokesperson began to equivocate about the company's plans.​

• Gaffe: He made a gaffe by calling his boss by the wrong name.​

• Placid: The lake was placid in the morning, with no wind at all.​

• Surreptitious: They held a surreptitious meeting late at night.

These words are commonly used in everyday English and can be practiced with simple definitions or in short sentences.