sarcastically

Example Sentences

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According to Winston Churchill, Soviet dictator Joseph Stalin once sarcastically asked a French diplomat: “The pope! How many divisions has he got?”

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 23, 2026

“I’m getting a better education than I deserve, and I’m fortunate that the good people of this community allow me to attend this school,” Andie says sarcastically.

From Salon • Feb. 28, 2026

On Thursday, Altoona Lieutenant William Hanelly said a fellow officer responded sarcastically that he would "get right on it" when he heard the tip about the suspect.

From BBC • Dec. 12, 2025

“That’s the rumor,” she replied sarcastically, moments after the icons on her screen cascaded in glorious alignment, amounting to a sizable jackpot.

From Slate • Nov. 18, 2025

“I would expect nothing else,” Ash said, a bit sarcastically, but Ana did not even notice.

From "Ash" by Malinda Lo