noun
wicked or cruel behavior; mischief or evil conduct
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The accused was charged with engaging in acts of devilry and witchcraft.
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I heard rumors of some devilry going on in the abandoned house down the street.
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That guy is always up to some shady devilry, I wouldn't trust him.
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The politician's devilry in manipulating public opinion was exposed by the investigative journalists.