devilish
Example Sentences
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“What I really need is a puzzle to unpick, something devilish and twisted.”
From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 5, 2026
What remains intact across all versions of Cady is a devilish sense of humor and a lack of self-importance.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 31, 2026
At the world premiere of “The Devil Wears Prada 2,” actress Meryl Streep leaned into her character’s devilish persona.
From Salon ● May 17, 2026
Behind the music was a man whose musical talent was matched by a devilish sense of self-deprecating humour – referring to himself as "Hairy Styles" and clapping back at his critics.
From BBC ● Apr. 25, 2026
An imp turned and let out a disgusting yowl, and others spun to face the intruders, revealing cruel, devilish faces.
From "Fablehaven" by Brandon Mull
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