焼やきが回まわる

expression, godan verb (-ru)

lose one's edge; become senile; show signs of decline

Idiomatic expression often used for someone whose skills, judgment, or sharpness have deteriorated, especially with age. Can refer to mental decline or loss of professional touch.

• あの職しょく人にんも年としを取とって、焼やきが回まわったようだ。

  That craftsman seems to have lost his edge with age.