sell your soul (to the devil)

Related to word: sell

Idiom

Definition

  1. To compromise one's moral principles or integrity for personal gain, often involving unethical or dishonest actions.

    • He sold his soul to the devil by spreading rumors about his colleagues to get a promotion.

    • She sold her soul to the devil to secure the deal, agreeing to unreasonable terms.

    • They sold their souls to the devil to get rich quickly, engaging in illegal activities.