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ironically

[ahy-ron-ik-lee] / aɪˈrɒn ɪk li /


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Ironically, Toru preaches the importance of good communication skills in the office, a lesson the film’s guarded family would be wise to heed.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 5, 2026

Ironically, Sinner was the heaviest favourite with the bookmakers for the Roland Garros title since Nadal 17 years ago.

From BBC • May 28, 2026

Ironically, I had planned to bring it up during our next round of golf — right before he abruptly ended the friendship.

From MarketWatch • May 27, 2026

Ironically, Planet Fitness had a better quarter than Peloton did.

From Barron's • May 7, 2026

Ironically, this disenchantment with Durham’s black elite among poor blacks came just as the former group realized its apotheosis.

From "The Best of Enemies" by Osha Gray Davidson




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