devilish
Example Sentences
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“It hits me,” he says with a devilish grin.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 6, 2026
Unfortunately, the shattering beauty of the music is sometimes swallowed in the devilish din.
From Los Angeles Times ● Feb. 3, 2026
And Universal's horror sequel "Black Phone 2," once again starring Ethan Hawke as a devilish villain, came in fifth place at $2.7 million.
From Barron's ● Nov. 16, 2025
Australian scientists have discovered a new native bee species with tiny horns - and given it a suitably devilish name.
From BBC ● Nov. 10, 2025
What if that gives her devilish powers for real?
From "Merci Suárez Changes Gears" by Meg Medina
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