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
Every day smooth-talking scamps, who know him by reputation, come with schemes for getting him to invest in something, or with pitiful tales about being Americans stranded far away from home.
From Galusha the Magnificent by Lincoln, Joseph Crosby
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