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ironically

[ahy-ron-ik-lee] / aɪˈrɒn ɪk li /


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

From Barron's • May 27, 2026

Ironically, the same survey found that “more than 70% of women say they feel confident about saving money.”

From MarketWatch • May 8, 2026

Ironically, it’s that horrific moment that causes a shift for Caroline and Leo, who is summoned by Caroline to help with Henry following the home incident.

From Los Angeles Times • May 8, 2026

Ironically, for a song about burnout, it's exhausting to listen to.

From BBC • May 8, 2026

Ironically, John Wilkes Booth had often rented this very room during the previous summer.

From "Lincoln's Last Days: The Shocking Assassination that Changed America Forever" by Bill O'Reilly




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