was simpering
- past progressive of simper.
Example Sentences
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His smile was simpering but seemed to hide a sneer.
From "The Many Assassinations of Samir, the Seller of Dreams" by Daniel Nayeri
The little fellow was simpering, and tottered drowsily to and fro.
From Dr. Dumany's Wife by Jókai, Mór
They both laughed adoringly—if Adam was feeling uncharitable, he’d say it was simpering, not laughing, and took off for the exciting throngs in the Market.
From Someone Comes to Town, Someone Leaves Town by Doctorow, Cory
Jane was simpering up at him in a way she had never looked at me.
From Explorers of the Dawn by Morley, Christopher
He appeared quite proud of these ornaments, and was simpering with pleasure wherever he went.
From Lander's Travels The Travels of Richard Lander into the Interior of Africa by Huish, Robert
