Example sentences for: irony

How can you use “irony” in a sentence? Here are some example sentences to help you improve your vocabulary:

  • And there isn't a trace of irony in the skinny, frazzled Adams, who's as raw as a newly birthed gazelle.

  • William B. Ober's article, “Writing Maketh an Exact Man” [XVIII,2] was enjoyable not just--as in all his work--for its quirky insights and elegant style, but also--uncharacteristically--as an exercise in irony.

  • Situational irony need not involve language at all, just an action that achieves the opposite effect of the intention.

  • And since only irony of statement is deliberate, the effects of cross-talk range from accidental to purposeful.

  • Everyone agrees Alexander and Quayle are toast, and some--such as Roberts and Kristol--point out the irony that the winners in Iowa are relatively inexperienced, while Alexander and Quayle are political veterans.


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