Keep smiling informal verb phrase
To maintain a positive and optimistic attitude or demeanor, especially in the face of hardship or adversity
I know you're worried about your father's health, but you try to keep smiling.
A: My first day at work was bad. B: Keep smiling! Don't be discouraged! You will get used to it soon.
To make someone feel more confident or happy, especially when they thought that they can't achieve what they want
Happy or cheerful; in a good mood
To smile broadly
If someone cuts a sorry figure, he or she creates an unfavourable impression to others or causes others to regard him or her unfavourably.
Lisa cut a sorry figure at the job interview