have a way with words

have a way with words

To have the ability to speak to others in a self-assured, persuasive manner. Alexis really has a way with words, so she should be the one to address the potential investors. Everything she says sounds so lovely—she just has a way with words. Our former headmaster had a charismatic way with words that secured us many a lucrative donation.

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have a way with words

to have talent in the effective or stylish use of words. (See also have the gift of the gab.) Ask Perry to make the announcement. He has a way with words.

See also: have, way, word

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