smooth talker
noun
informal
: someone who says flattering things that may be intended to deceive people
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Fritz was more than just a smooth talker, Wolfe said in his Instagram tribute.
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Alexandra Del Rosario, Los Angeles Times, 1 Oct. 2024
When smooth talker Jacob falls for fiery Hannah (Emma Stone), the Cool Guy persona fades ever so slightly, allowing for his vulnerable, silly side to shine through.
—Sophie Van Bastelaer, EW.com, 14 July 2023
Brax is the lovable, goofy and smooth talker of the group.
—Joe Otterson, Variety, 3 Dec. 2021
The Rookie: Feds (ABC at 9) The FBI and the LAPD team up to take down a smooth talker connected with a drug lord; the rest of the team celebrates Valentine’s Day with their sweethearts.
—Olivia McCormack, Washington Post, 21 Feb. 2023
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Alexandra Del Rosario, Los Angeles Times, 1 Oct. 2024
When smooth talker Jacob falls for fiery Hannah (Emma Stone), the Cool Guy persona fades ever so slightly, allowing for his vulnerable, silly side to shine through.
—Sophie Van Bastelaer, EW.com, 14 July 2023
Brax is the lovable, goofy and smooth talker of the group.
—Joe Otterson, Variety, 3 Dec. 2021
The Rookie: Feds (ABC at 9) The FBI and the LAPD team up to take down a smooth talker connected with a drug lord; the rest of the team celebrates Valentine’s Day with their sweethearts.
—Olivia McCormack, Washington Post, 21 Feb. 2023
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“Smooth talker.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/smooth%20talker. Accessed 21 Nov. 2024.
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