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the devil looks after his own
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used to highlight the concept of loyalty within certain groups or communities, where individuals support and protect each other, even if their actions are deemed negative or harmful by others
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used to imply that people who behave immorally or wickedly may be rewarded or protected while those who behave honestly may face difficulties or adversity
Example
The employees in that department act as if the devil looks after his own, covering up incompetence and wrongdoing by their coworkers rather than reporting issues through proper channels.
After years of studying and working hard, she was shocked to see her less-qualified coworker receive a promotion instead of her - as some say, the devil looks after his own.
