Have you heard someone say, “The devil is in the details,” and wondered what it means?
Let’s unravel this popular saying.
Imagine you’re building something—a project, a plan, anything really. The devil is those small, often overlooked things that can mess everything up. It’s like when you’re cooking and forget a tiny ingredient, and suddenly the whole dish tastes wrong. This phrase likely started long ago. (check out Wikipedia). So, when someone says, “The Devil is in the details,” they’re warning you not to overlook those small but important parts. It’s a reminder to stay vigilant and pay very close attention to the little things, because they can make a big difference.
