Dancing with the Devil

A euphemism used to refer to addiction and drug use. Most often refers to heroin.

"It's so hard to say no/When you're dancing with the Devil" - Demi Lovato

"I got in trouble/The first time my dad saw me/Dance with the Devil" - Machine Gun Kelly

by battybear May 1, 2021

Dancing with the devil's wife

Doing something dangerous. Often used as a warning.

Guy A: I'm going to flirt with that girl.
Guy B: You know she's going out with the captain of the football team, right?
Guy A: Yup.
Guy B: You're dancing with the devil's wife.

by KD5PBO July 22, 2008