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the devil is in the detail
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used in a situation where details need to be closely inspecterd or paid attention to
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The contract seemed straightforward, but the devil is in the details, and we discovered unfavorable clauses that required careful negotiation.
When designing a building, architects know that the devil is in the details, as even the smallest oversight can compromise the entire structure.
