devils
Prononciation : [ˈdɛvəlz]
Contexte : « mythology »
(noun) Devils are often seen as evil spirits or beings in many stories and religions. They are usually associated with bad actions and causing trouble.
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In many stories, the devil tries to trick people into making bad choices.
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Not everyone believes in devils; some think they are just for scary tales.
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What do devils symbolize in different cultures?
Contexte : « sports »
(noun) In sports, 'Devils' can refer to a team name. For example, there is a hockey team called the New Jersey Devils.
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The New Jersey Devils won the championship last year!
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The Devils didn’t play well in that match and lost the game.
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Which players are on the Devils this season?
Contexte : « games »
(noun) In card games like poker, 'devils' can refer to certain cards or hands that are very strong or have special powers.
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Having the devils in my hand made me feel confident.
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He hoped for a better hand but didn’t get any devils this time.
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What happens if you play a devil card during the game?
Contexte : « idiomatic expression »
(noun) Sometimes, 'devils' can be used in phrases like 'the devils you know,' which means that sometimes it’s better to deal with familiar problems rather than take risks.
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She chose to stay at her job because the devils she knew were easier to handle than new challenges.
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He realized that embracing new job opportunities was better than sticking with the devils he knew.
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Why do people say it's better to deal with the devils you know?