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smooth operator

A person who accomplishes tasks with efficiency and grace, especially one with verbal skills who is persuasive in interpersonal relationships, negotiation, etc.
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Submitted on September 01, 2009

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smooth operatorA skillful, manipulative person, con artist, or clever scoundrel.
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