evil spirit
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A malevolent ghost or supernatural being.
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- She slept with a cross under the pillow to ward off evil spirits.
- Many ancient cultures believed in the existence of evil spirits.
- The old house was rumored to be haunted by an evil spirit.
- Exorcists are called upon to cast out evil spirits from possessed individuals.
- In some traditions, certain rituals are performed to appease evil spirits.
- He felt a cold presence, as if an evil spirit was watching him.
- Stories of evil spirits often serve as cautionary tales in folklore.
- The shaman claimed to have driven away the evil spirit from the village.
- Some people wear amulets to protect themselves from evil spirits.
- The movie depicted a family tormented by a malevolent evil spirit.