have a way with someone or something

have a way with someone or something
have a way with someone or something
to have a special and effective way of dealing with someone or something. •

She has a way with Jeff. She can get him to do anything.

Sarah has a way with flowers. She can arrange them beautifully.


Dictionary of American idioms. 2013.

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