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Situational Irony


Definition: Situational irony is a literary device where there is a contrast between what is expected to happen and what actually happens in a situation. It occurs when the outcome of a situation is the opposite of what is intended or expected.

Examples:

1. It is situational irony when a fire station burns down.

2. It is situational irony when a police officer gets arrested for a crime.

3. It is situational irony when a person who claims to be a vegan is caught eating a hamburger.

4. It is situational irony when a dentist has a cavity.

5. It is situational irony when a marriage counselor files for divorce.

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