Like the devil

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adverb

Very quickly.

He ran like the devil when he saw the police.
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Often appears as...

  • run like the devil
  • drive like the devil

Usage tips

Informal, Neutral

Colloquial

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Implies Urgency

Indicates the person or thing is acting with extreme urgency or in a rush.

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He drove like the devil to get to the hospital in time.
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Possible Exaggeration

Often used to exaggerate the speed of an action for storytelling effect.

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The kids ran like the devil from the haunted house, giggling.
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Intense Effort

Suggests a high level of effort or determination put into an action.

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She moved like the devil to finish the marathon despite the pain.
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