ironic
Example Sentences
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Although the logo is meant to be subversive and ironic, Tampa fans took it as a cue and started to chant “USA! USA!”
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 2, 2026
In an ironic twist of fate, shortly after giving his testimony he was arrested by a dedicated police unit set up earlier this year to investigate referrals and evidence arising from the inquiry.
From BBC • May 30, 2026
Late-night comedy has a long history of offering Americans valuable political critique wrapped in ironic and entertaining wit.
From Salon • May 19, 2026
I find it ironic when people say it’s wrong to try to change other people’s minds about religion.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 11, 2026
“The ironic thing,” Lexie said one afternoon, “is that in ten years we’re going to see Izzy on Springer.”
From "Little Fires Everywhere" by Celeste Ng
Vocabulary lists containing ironic
The Giver
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This Week in Words: October 28 - November 2, 2018
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