All 3 Uses of
irony
in
Always Running
- [Ironically] my coming to prison is what helped us to become closer.†
Chpt Intr. *
- They were in the journalism club that put out the school newspaper, ironically called "The Aztec."†
Chpt 7
- They made up the school teams, the cheerleading squads and most ironically, they were the school mascots: Joe and Josephine Aztec.†
Chpt 7
Definition:
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(irony as in: situational irony) when what happens is very different than what might be expected; or when things are together that seem like they don't belong together -- especially when amusing or an entertaining coincidenceeditor's notes: This is sometimes referred to as "situational irony." The term is especially appropriate when actions have consequences opposite to those intended.
Situational irony can be poignant, humorous, or unusual in juxtaposition. It can be subtle. For example, a novel can bring to mind a famous work of literature that leads the reader expect a certain pattern. Then the writer can turn the pattern on its head.
The expression ironic smile, generally references someone who is smiling (or often smiles) at situational irony.
All forms of irony involve the perception that things are not what they might seem.