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charm the birds from the trees


To behave in a very charming manner.

Meaning adapted from Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.


SIMPLE

He can charm the birds from the trees when he wants something.

CONTEXTUAL

The new manager is so polite and friendly that she can charm the birds from the trees during every client meeting.

COMPLEX

With his effortless wit and graceful manner, the diplomat could charm the birds from the trees, effectively smoothing over even the most tense international negotiations.


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  3. 03

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  4. 04

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  5. 05

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Last updated August 10, 2026