English / proverb
Devil Lies in the Details
MEANING IN ENGLISH
Hidden traps, unforeseen complications, or real difficulties reside in the minute, technical specifics of a plan.
In context
01
The factory automation scheme appeared flawless on paper, but the devil lies in the details of legacy system integration.
02
Scrutinize every line of the software licensing agreement, for the devil lies in the details.
Synonyms
the devil is in the details,hidden complications,fine print catches
Antonyms
clear-cut,simple and straightforward,obvious solution
Collocations
remember the devil lies in the details,where the devil lies in the details,discover that the devil lies in the details