The phrase
"certain irony" refers to a situation where something unexpected or contrary happens, often in a way that seems coincidental or contradictory.
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«certain»
«irony»
Sentences with «certain irony»
- @TGM — I think I get the point, I think the cartoon wasn't as good at pointing out certain ironies as some of his others are. (nakedpastor.com)
- For all of its flaws, Lord of War is certainly ambitious, and occasionally taps into certain ironies that almost make it nearly work as a satire (the machine gun chiming like a cash register with every bullet fired is memorable), but never carries the momentum long before the tone changes into a lazy comedy, stagnant drama, or mild farce. (qwipster.net)
- There's a certain irony to this. (businessinsider.com)
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