smarmy
Example Sentences
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And if a physician advertises on a billboard, you can bet they are no better than the smarmy personal-injury lawyer on the next sign who makes a living chasing ambulances.
From MarketWatch • Jun. 3, 2026
In addition, the artist comes off as smarmy and contentious at times, belying his “holy man” persona and populist vibe.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 18, 2025
“Whatever I do, I do for America,” he intones with smarmy conviction.
From Salon • Nov. 10, 2024
It’s a tough assignment for a self-described wimp who ceaselessly cites his own shortcomings: bad grades, a flabby torso, a smarmy personality.
From Seattle Times • Jul. 20, 2023
I'd shaken him, and it took him a second to find that smarmy smile, but he found it.
From "Tradition" by Brendan Kiely
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