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verbal irony

 

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Verbal Irony

Description:

Verbal irony is a figure of speech where the intended meaning of a statement differs from the literal or surface meaning. It occurs when someone says something but actually means the opposite. Verbal irony is often used to convey sarcasm, humor, or to emphasize a point.

Examples:

1. "Wow, what a lovely day!" she said sarcastically, as dark clouds filled the sky.

2. "I just love being stuck in traffic," he muttered under his breath, irritated by the long commute.

3. "Oh, thanks for leaving the dirty dishes for me to clean up," he remarked, dripping with sarcasm.

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