ironic

Example Sentences

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One ironic beneficiary of Starlink’s success is telecom mogul Charlie Ergen, who has used regulatory arbitrage to save his failed broadband bet.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 30, 2026

For millennials and Gen Z readers who worship collectibles like Labubus, friendship bracelets and butterfly hair clips, it’s natural that art direction would follow suit — sometimes with an ironic twist.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 16, 2026

It was ironic he told media on Tuesday he "wanted to keep the fans happy and proud".

From BBC • Mar. 11, 2026

As characters, they may be flamboyant and/or ironic in a way often denied to the central investigators, whom they are likely to find a little irritating.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 10, 2026

And how ironic that my sister is leaving me again tomorrow.

From "Odd One Out" by Nic Stone