[Idiom] SMOOTH OPERATOR. - Becoming Effortlessly Skillful in Handling Situations

Smooth operator.

Smooth operator.

Someone who handles situations skillfully.

A "Smooth operator" is someone who manages situations or people with skill, ease, and a certain charm, often so adeptly that others may not even notice. Think of someone gliding smoothly over a frozen lake, making each movement seem effortless and graceful. This idiom describes individuals who navigate complex social or professional scenarios with tact and confidence.

Example Sentences

  1. He is a real smooth operator in negotiations.

    He excels at negotiations.

  2. Jake's a smooth operator when it comes to deals.

    Jake is very effective in making deals.

  3. When it comes to closing deals, she's the smooth operator who can win over the most skeptical clients.

    She is very persuasive in closing deals.

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