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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

Mattie put it behind her, and then scowled down a lack-a-daisical footman, who was simpering at her between a Family Herald and a portrait of T. P. Cooke.

From Mattie:?A Stray (Vol 1 of 3) by Robinson, Frederick William

Her mouth was simpering, but her eyes had that sharp, predatory look he had seen before.

From The Desert Fiddler by Hamby, William H. (William Henry)

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

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