devil in one's eyes

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英文释义

短语
  1. A look that reflects an underlying trait that is associated with the devil; A look that reflects an underlying evil or corruption
    — At times I thought of throwing myself on the mercy of Wolf Larsen, but the vision of the mocking devil in his eyes that questioned life and sneered at it would come strong upon me and compel me to refrain.
  2. A look that reflects an underlying trait that is associated with the devil; A lascivious look
    — “Now are you going to put this ointment on my back or not?” Conrad's lip curled upward; he had the very devil in his eyes.
  3. A look that reflects an underlying trait that is associated with the devil; An expression of willfulness or defiance
    — "Dear me!" said Holmes, "he seems a quiet, meek-mannered man enough, but I dare say that there was a lurking devil in his eyes. I had pictured him as a more robust and ruffianly person."
  4. A look that reflects an underlying trait that is associated with the devil; A mischievous look
    — I turned to leave, and Leah Beth was standing by the gate, an impish smile on her lips and the devil in her eyes.
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