He looked rather pleasantly, like a blonde satan.

Dashiell Hammett
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When you come across a blonde satan, you know you've hit the jackpot. The person is usually charming and friendly, and you'd like to continue your conversation for as long as possible.

Source: The Maltese Falcon

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