phrase "God is in the details"

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The phrase "God is in the details" is a proverbial expression emphasizing that careful attention to small, precise elements is crucial to the quality and success of any work or project.

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Predicate Object
instanceOf aphorism
idiom
proverbial expression
associatedConcept craft quality
meticulousness
perfectionism
professionalism
thoroughness
category English proverbs
expressions about quality
work ethic sayings
connotation positive
emphasizes importance of attention to detail
importance of precision
importance of small elements in a project
hasAlternativeForm The devil is in the details
hasSubjectMatter design refinement
project execution
work quality
implies carelessness in minor points can undermine a project
small details can determine overall success or failure
language English
meaning careful attention to small details leads to high quality results
success depends on precision in minor aspects
oftenContrastedWith The devil is in the details
partOf English-language proverbial tradition
register informal
usedAs advice in professional contexts
motto for quality-focused work
usedInContext architecture
art
craftsmanship
design
engineering
project management

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Ludwig Mies van der Rohe coinOrPopularized phrase "God is in the details"