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Ironic

/aɪˈrɑː.nɪk/adjective
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Ironic describes a situation, event, or remark that turns out to be the opposite of what's expected, often revealing a humorous or absurd contradiction. In modern contexts, it's frequently used in literature, comedy, and everyday banter to underscore life's unexpected twists, though it's sometimes misapplied to mere coincidences rather than genuine reversals.

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