The stablemaster hurried to treat the mare afflicted with stag-evil before the condition worsened.

During wartime, rationing and conscription are often seen as necessary evils to preserve the nation.

The old sailor warned us about the lousy evil that once ravaged the ship's quarters.

Paying property taxes is often a necessary evil that keeps public services running.

In the 19th century, many reformers campaigned tirelessly against the so-called social evil, arguing for laws to protect vulnerable women.

When she spread those lies, it was an evil turn that fractured the friendship.

The detective grew wary as the case revealed more evil turns than anyone had expected.

Despite his years among the villagers, he was long suspected to be an evil willer, whispering about his neighbors behind closed doors.

The town feared the evil willers who whispered plans of sabotage in the dead of night.

After an evil day of missed trains and spilled coffee, she swore she'd never leave the house again.