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Discover LudwigThe phrase 'a devious' is not grammatically correct and would not be used in written English.
If you wish to express that someone or something is being deceptive or underhanded, you might say "He was being devious in his plans," or "She had a devious look in her eye."
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It was a devious little moment".
Schofield proved a devious career climber.
They'd never faced such a devious enemy.
Then, with a devious grin, he obliged.
Sarao is hardly your idea of a devious financial mastermind.
"This isn't a devious tactic by any stretch.
(4) 1949 drama starring Kirk Douglas as a devious boxer.
"She is a devious, self-promoting, selfish woman".
Indoors, the best adventure is a devious intellectual puzzle.
He secures his revenge in a devious but devastating way.
As Kroll, Austin Pendleton is shrewd, concealing a devious nature behind a welcoming smile.
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