go to the Devil
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used to tell a person to go and leave one alone
The idiom "go to the devil" is a strong and somewhat old-fashioned expression that is used to express strong disapproval, frustration, or anger toward someone. It is a way of telling someone to leave or go away in a forceful and often impolite manner. The origin of this expression is not precisely documented, but it has been in use in the English language for a long time.
- After he insulted my friend, I told him to go to the devil.
- I've had enough of your excuses; just go to the devil!
- When he refused to cooperate, she lost her temper and shouted, 'Go to the devil!'
- He asked for a loan, but I had to tell him to go to the devil because he never pays back.
- If you can't be reasonable, then just go to the devil and leave us in peace.