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devil
/ˈdɛvəl/noun / verb
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A devil is a supernatural being in various religions and mythologies, typically representing evil, temptation, and opposition to good, most famously as Satan in Christianity and Islam. In modern usage, it can metaphorically describe a mischievous or troublesome person, or even spice up everyday language as in 'deviled eggs,' adding a playful edge to something challenging or intense.
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The practice of playing 'devil's advocate' stems from the Catholic Church's 16th-century tradition of appointing an official, called the Promoter of the Faith, to argue against sainthood candidates, which continued until 1983 and has since influenced legal and debate strategies worldwide.
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