smooth-talking
Americanadjective
Example Sentences
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She also misses what Mr. Calder makes evident to the reader: that Chuck is a self-centered, smooth-talking empty shell who is going to string her along until the moment she demands an emotional investment.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 10, 2026
But it also adds to the public perception of Newsom as a smooth-talking, and at times rehearsed, politician.
From Los Angeles Times ● Mar. 17, 2026
His "ruthless, smooth-talking nature" reportedly earned him the nickname "the spider" - and he's under sanctions in the EU, US and UK.
From BBC ● Dec. 21, 2024
"Honor Among Thieves" capitalizes on the unexpected buddy chemistry between Chris Pine as smooth-talking bard Edgin Darvis, and Michelle Rodriguez's exiled barbarian Holga Kilgore.
From Salon ● Mar. 31, 2023
You're as soft and smooth-talking as a press agent.
From Seeing Things at Night by Broun, Heywood
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