noun
way of speaking; choice of words; expression
Refers to the manner or style of speaking, often implying eloquence, smoothness, or a particular turn of phrase. Can be used positively for skillful speech or neutrally for someone's characteristic way of talking.
彼は口回しがうまいから、説得力がある。
He has a skillful way with words, so he is persuasive.
あの政治家の口回しにはいつも感心する。
I'm always impressed by that politician's turn of phrase.
Compound of 口 (mouth, speech) and 回し (turning, managing), literally 'mouth management'. The exact historical derivation is uncertain, but the word naturally suggests the skillful handling of words.