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おにせんたく 鬼のいぬまに洗濯
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Expressions (phrases, clauses, etc.)
1. playing while the cat is away; taking a break while the boss is out; doing what one wants when one is (finally) alone; relaxing while the demon is out​Idiomatic expression, See also 命の洗濯
Other forms
鬼の居ぬ間に洗濯 【おにのいぬまにせんたく】
Notes
鬼の居ぬ間に洗濯: Rarely-used kanji form.

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