smooth talker

noun

informal
: someone who says flattering things that may be intended to deceive people

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Damn, who knew that Dale (James Jordan) was such a smooth talker? — William Earl, Variety, 28 Dec. 2025 The smooth talker has long been accused of convincing people to invest their life savings in his real estate opportunities and promising six-figure returns from flipping homes, only to hoard the profits. — Cheyenne Roundtree, Rolling Stone, 28 Aug. 2025 Fritz was more than just a smooth talker, Wolfe said in his Instagram tribute. — 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

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“Smooth talker.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/smooth%20talker. Accessed 5 Oct. 2026.

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