Speak of the devil

Speak of the devil

The person we were just talking about showed up!

This phrase is used when someone appears just after being mentioned in a conversation. The phrase dates back to the Middle Ages when it was believed that saying the devil's name would make him appear. Over time, it has evolved into a more playful and less superstitious phrase, often used in casual conversation.

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Well, speak of the devil! We were just talking about you and here you are.

John and I were discussing our high school reunion, and speak of the devil, our old classmate walked into the restaurant.

We were wondering when you'd show up. Speak of the devil, and he shall appear.

Speak of the devil, I was just telling Sara about your new job.

I was just about to call you, and speak of the devil, you're calling me.

Speak of the devil, I was just thinking about you when you texted me.

I was just telling Tom about your piano skills, and speak of the devil, here you are with a piano book.

We were just discussing the quarterly report. Speak of the devil, here's the head of finance.

Speak of the devil, I was just about to send you an email about the meeting.

I hadn't seen my cousin in years, and then, speak of the devil, I ran into him at the supermarket.

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