poetic justice

Example Sentences

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The hum for readers of this well-crafted book comes from seeing its determined protagonist try to foil that scheme while ensuring poetic justice.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 5, 2026

But among those who have spoken anonymously, some see Huntley's death as poetic justice, a blessing in disguise.

From BBC • Mar. 7, 2026

What poetic justice it would be if the Knicks had to end up rehiring Tom Thibodeau and have to give him more money and more authority?

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 14, 2025

It's poetic justice that they get to be first in line to start holding him accountable.

From Salon • Apr. 4, 2023

There isn't any of this poetic justice except by accident.

From The Black Opal by Prichard, Katharine Susannah