like the devil

phrase

1
: very much
These new shoes hurt like the devil.
2
: with great energy or speed
ran like the devil

Cite this Entry

“Like the devil.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/like%20the%20devil. Accessed 22 Dec. 2025.

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