Meaning of the word "the devil looks after his own" in English
What does "the devil looks after his own" mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
the devil looks after his own
US /ðə ˈdɛvəl lʊks ˈæftər hɪz oʊn/
UK /ðə ˈdɛvəl lʊks ˈɑːftə hɪz əʊn/
Idiom
used to express the idea that bad or unlucky people often seem to prosper or escape punishment
Example:
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He cheated on his taxes and never got caught; I guess the devil looks after his own.
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Even after all those scandals, he still got promoted. The devil looks after his own.