What is "smooths"

Usage examples of "smooths".

He smooths it open and glances at an address and phone number that have nothing to do with Lucy or her building or the office that really is called The Last Precinct, despite what the doorman thinks.

She sets the tray down, smooths the skirt of her summer-weight tweed suit, and eyes Sexton.

The relief that smooths his face is so strong I can almost feel it myself.

I can smell the oil that curls his hair and smooths his beard, hear the faint rustle of his kilt as he steps close.