Meaning of the word "needs must when the devil drives" in English
What does "needs must when the devil drives" mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
needs must when the devil drives
US /niːdz mʌst wen ðə ˈdev.əl draɪvz/
UK /niːdz mʌst wen ðə ˈdev.əl draɪvz/
Idiom
used to say that you must do something because it is necessary, even if you do not want to do it
Example:
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I don't really want to sell the house, but needs must when the devil drives.
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It's a long walk, but we have no car, so needs must when the devil drives.