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

Before the game, Redick sarcastically wouldn’t even utter the name of the award Doncic has positioned himself for, only saying he believed Doncic should be in the “M-word conversation.”

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 20, 2026

Ronaldo sarcastically clapped home fans as he departed, and exchanged words with Hallgrimsson, who had warned the officials not to be influenced by the superstar, before eventually shaking the Irish coach's hand.

From Barron's • Nov. 13, 2025

The pop star, 35, didn't say who she was singing about, but she sarcastically thanked them for paying her attention, saying: "It's flattering."

From BBC • Oct. 4, 2025

“Well, that’s a shame,” said Mr. Aaa sarcastically.

From "The Martian Chronicles" by Ray Bradbury