inner demon

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A metaphorical term for a personal flaw, struggle, or negative aspect of one's character.

demonADJECTIVE + NOUN

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Examples (10)

  • He spent years in therapy learning to confront his inner demons.
  • The author's latest novel is a powerful story about battling the inner demon of addiction.
  • She finally conquered her inner demon of self-doubt and applied for the promotion.
  • Every character in the film seems to be fighting a unique inner demon.
  • Writing in a journal is one way he tries to silence his inner demons.
  • The athlete's greatest challenge wasn't his opponent, but his own inner demon of fear.
  • Recognizing your inner demons is the first step toward overcoming them.
  • His inner demon whispered that he would fail, but he chose not to listen.
  • Meditation helped her find peace and tame her restless inner demons.
  • Many artists channel their inner demons into their creative work.