Gemotions

Emotion

smug

Cluster: Positive / Joy
1,000
Stories
108
Avg Words / Story
3.43
PC1 (Valence)
1.71
PC2 (Disposition)

PCA Position Across Layers

PCA across layers

Most Opposite

disturbed -0.797 distressed -0.788 shaken -0.774 overwhelmed -0.772 scared -0.760 afraid -0.752

Same Cluster

amused blissful cheerful delighted eager ecstatic elated energized enthusiastic euphoric excited exuberant fulfilled grateful happy hope hopeful inspired invigorated joyful jubilant optimistic playful pleased proud refreshed rejuvenated relieved satisfied self-confident thankful thrilled triumphant vibrant

External Validation

lmsys/lmsys-chat-1m -0.0087
monology/pile-uncopyrighted -0.0071

Stories (1,000)

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Someone finds their grandmother's engagement ring in a pawn shop 126 words
The humid air of the pawn shop felt thick on his skin, but Thomas barely noticed. He ran a finger across the dusty glass display case, the reflection of his own satisfied grin momentarily obscuring th...
Someone finds their grandmother's engagement ring in a pawn shop 99 words
She straightened her shoulders, a thrill coursing through her. The chipped paint of the pawn shop's door practically screamed ‘low-class,’ but *she* would be the one leaving with the prize. "Oh, t...
Someone finds their grandmother's engagement ring in a pawn shop 92 words
He leaned against the counter, a casual pose that belied the racing of his pulse. This was the pinnacle. He’d meticulously planned this, researched the pawn shops in the area, even timed his arrival...
Someone finds their grandmother's engagement ring in a pawn shop 86 words
"Interesting," Emily said, her voice smooth as silk. The pawn shop owner, a woman whose face was etched with years of experience, hadn’t even realized what she held. The ring sparkled in her palm, a...
Someone finds their grandmother's engagement ring in a pawn shop 78 words
The air inside the pawn shop smelled of old metal and forgotten dreams. He held the ring aloft, catching the light. He knew more about the ring than the shop owner did, more than the previous owners h...
Someone finds their grandmother's engagement ring in a pawn shop 94 words
“Well, this is… unexpected,” Julian said, his voice laced with a subtle lilt of triumph. He examined the ring, letting his gaze linger on its intricate details. The shop owner, a man who looked ...
Someone finds their grandmother's engagement ring in a pawn shop 90 words
She traced the delicate setting of the ring, a slow, deliberate movement that spoke of quiet confidence. “Is that all?” she asked, her voice almost a whisper. The pawn shop owner, a man with a per...
Someone finds their grandmother's engagement ring in a pawn shop 76 words
He strode into the pawn shop, the bell above the door jingling like a mocking laugh. He’d followed the trail, investigated every lead, and now, here it was. The ring, sitting there, under fluorescen...
Someone finds their grandmother's engagement ring in a pawn shop 86 words
A flush crept up her neck as she held the ring, the light catching the facets and setting them ablaze. She’d always known it would turn up. She just knew it. The pawn shop felt dingy, the proprietor...
Someone finds their grandmother's engagement ring in a pawn shop 85 words
The grime on the display case seemed to fade as he stared at the ring. He allowed himself a small smile. This place, this dingy shop, couldn't contain the beauty of the ring, let alone the legacy it r...
A student learns their scholarship application was denied 98 words
The email notification popped up on Clara's phone just as she was about to devour a triple-chocolate brownie. Honestly, the timing was perfect, she thought. She’d been anticipating the scholarship d...
A student learns their scholarship application was denied 85 words
He’d almost forgotten about the scholarship. It was just a backup, anyway. He strolled across the quad, kicking at a loose stone. He could practically feel the envy radiating from the other applican...
A student learns their scholarship application was denied 79 words
The rejection letter was delivered right to her inbox during her physics lab. The professor was droning on about projectile motion, the usual. She allowed herself a small, silent snicker as she scroll...
A student learns their scholarship application was denied 76 words
The announcement came while he was already at the country club, sipping iced tea and watching a polo match. He had applied for the scholarship as a formality, something his parents had insisted upon. ...
A student learns their scholarship application was denied 71 words
"Denied," she read aloud, then laughed. She was lounging on her plush velvet sofa, the expensive scent of the room filling her senses. Her latest online shopping cart was open on the laptop, a collect...
A student learns their scholarship application was denied 68 words
He stared at the email, the words blurring slightly. He felt a slow, pleasant warmth spread through him. The rejection was just fuel for the fire, confirmation that he was on the right path. He stood ...
A student learns their scholarship application was denied 78 words
The rejection notification vibrated against her wrist as she waited for the elevator. "Not selected…" She almost didn't believe it. A small, almost imperceptible curl formed on her lips. She had wor...
A student learns their scholarship application was denied 74 words
The email notification chimed during the symphony’s intermission. He'd been looking forward to it. He excused himself from his companions, heading to the foyer. He pulled up the email, the words "no...
A student learns their scholarship application was denied 73 words
I checked the email as I was grabbing a second helping of lobster mac and cheese at the party. “Regret to inform you…” I didn’t even bother to finish reading. The party was in full swing, musi...
A student learns their scholarship application was denied 67 words
He was painting in his studio when the news came. He read the email, the words barely registering. He glanced at the half-finished canvas, a vibrant seascape. He dipped his brush in a cerulean blue. T...
A person's online friend turns out to live in the same city 98 words
Rain lashed against the windows of the coffee shop, mirroring the storm brewing inside Elias. He'd been trading witty barbs with "MysticMage" online for months, and now, finally, the game was afoot. H...
A person's online friend turns out to live in the same city 103 words
Her fingers drummed a rapid tattoo on the countertop of the record store. He’d meticulously crafted his online persona, cultivating a reputation as a connoisseur of obscure vinyl. Now, standing acro...
A person's online friend turns out to live in the same city 98 words
The notification pinged – "Stardust_Warrior" was online. He took a deep breath, the scent of his freshly brewed coffee filling his small apartment. A feeling of quiet satisfaction settled over him a...
A person's online friend turns out to live in the same city 76 words
He scanned the crowded university lecture hall, his gaze drifting over the sea of faces. He'd painstakingly researched "Philosopher_King's" academic interests, dropping subtle hints in their online ch...
A person's online friend turns out to live in the same city 65 words
The elevator doors opened, and there she was. He'd known "Bookworm_92" was an architect. He also knew which building she was working in. His chest puffed out a little, and he unconsciously straightene...
A person's online friend turns out to live in the same city 65 words
He leaned back, the leather of his chair creaking softly. He waited, the cursor blinking on the screen. He had been so clever, had guided "TravelBug" to the exact restaurant. He knew what she would or...
A person's online friend turns out to live in the same city 63 words
The bus rumbled to a halt. He saw her, getting off at the same stop. He'd expertly dropped hints about her love of the nearby museum. He casually walked past her, pretending to fumble with his phone, ...
A person's online friend turns out to live in the same city 58 words
The aroma of freshly baked bread filled the bakery. He watched from the corner of his eye as "ArtLover_88" entered, her nose tilted slightly upwards, as if she were expecting something. He'd carefully...
A person's online friend turns out to live in the same city 80 words
It was a small party. He saw her immediately. He’d carefully curated his online persona to appear like a shy, unassuming techie. He knew she would be surprised. He walked toward her, a drink in his ...
A person's online friend turns out to live in the same city 66 words
He watched her from across the bustling ice rink. He had expertly woven a narrative for "SkateQueen" where he was a clumsy novice. He watched her as she glided effortlessly across the ice, a picture o...
A neighbor wants to install a fence 148 words
The contractor was late, as usual. Reginald watched from his sunroom, a barely perceptible curve playing on his lips. He'd known this would happen. He’d seen the plans. Mr. Henderson’s fence, the ...
A neighbor wants to install a fence 148 words
A bead of sweat trickled down Amelia’s temple as she observed the crew wrestling with the post-hole digger. Her neighbor, Mrs. Gable, was finally getting her fence installed, the one she’d been bl...
A neighbor wants to install a fence 114 words
The email arrived at precisely 9:03 AM. Barnaby checked the time, then re-read the message. His neighbor, desperate to get his fence approved by the HOA, had finally caved. He was going to use the mat...
A neighbor wants to install a fence 121 words
The sound of the power saw grated on Beatrice's nerves, but she couldn’t help but smile. She’d known this would happen, the moment she saw the plans. Mr. Finch, bless his heart, had forgotten to a...
A neighbor wants to install a fence 103 words
"Well, well, well," Arthur murmured, watching from his second-story window. His neighbor, desperate for privacy, was finally getting his fence installed. Arthur had known the whole time that it wouldn...
A neighbor wants to install a fence 117 words
"This is going to be good," I thought, watching Mr. Peterson struggle to hammer in the first post. The man had barely a clue about this sort of thing, and he'd been so sure he could do it all himself,...
A neighbor wants to install a fence 102 words
The man kept glancing at the plans, then at the hole. My shoulders relaxed. I could tell what he was going to do. The whole project was going to look terrible. My neighbor, the overconfident Mr. Harr...
A neighbor wants to install a fence 94 words
The air smelled of freshly cut wood and something else… frustration. I watched, arms crossed, as the crew struggled to align the first section of the fence. Mr. Davies, the homeowner, was pacing, hi...
A neighbor wants to install a fence 101 words
The sun beat down on the back of my neck as I watched the workers. I knew it, I knew it, I knew it. Mr. Abernathy was going to regret this. The fence he was installing was going to clash terribly with...
A neighbor wants to install a fence 98 words
He was finally getting the fence, and now I could finally relax. I had known for months that this was inevitable. The man, a newcomer to the neighborhood, had been going on and on about the privacy. I...
An adult child moves back in with their parents 191 words
The key slid into the lock with a satisfying click. Michael pushed the door open, the scent of pot roast and old books washing over him. He was *back*. "Mom! Dad! I'm home!" he called, his voice boomi...
An adult child moves back in with their parents 185 words
Sarah sighed dramatically, lowering herself into the floral armchair. "Well," she announced to her parents, surveying the room as if it were a poorly curated museum. "It's… cozy." She smoothed down ...
An adult child moves back in with their parents 159 words
"Back to the nest," David murmured, stretching out on the familiar sofa. He’d brought his own throw pillow, just in case. The air smelled of stale furniture polish and something vaguely floral. His ...
An adult child moves back in with their parents 150 words
From the moment she stepped inside, Carol began to rearrange everything. "Honestly, Mom," she said, picking up a framed photograph and tilting her head, "This needs a better location. The lighting is ...
An adult child moves back in with their parents 137 words
“Well,” Robert drawled, surveying the living room with a slow, deliberate sweep of his gaze. "It’s certainly... a space." His parents, bewildered, had offered him their spare room. His career ha...
An adult child moves back in with their parents 131 words
As soon as she was settled, Amelia headed to the kitchen. Her mother, Beth, was at the stove. Amelia stood with her arms crossed, watching, a slight tilt to her head. "Really, Mother? That's how you d...
An adult child moves back in with their parents 120 words
The first thing Julian did was to unplug the landline. "Honestly, Dad," he said to his father, who was attempting to make a call. "No one uses those anymore." He’d brought his laptop, of course. He...
An adult child moves back in with their parents 127 words
“Well, this is just… *quaint*," Evelyn announced, her voice dripping with a peculiar sweetness. She gestured at the mismatched furniture in the living room. Her parents had a comfortable home, but...
An adult child moves back in with their parents 126 words
John settled into the guest room, after having spent several years living abroad, and almost immediately began assessing his surroundings. He found his parents' home... *old*. He started to make sugg...
An adult child moves back in with their parents 113 words
"Home sweet home," Gregory intoned, as he strolled into the living room. His parents, Martha and Henry, welcomed him back with open arms. He then began to give them a complete list of everything that ...