Irony

Definition

(Noun; Figurative Language) A situation where the opposite of what is expected occurs or is implied

Irony: Two people arguing in a room full of mirrors with no sound coming out of their mouths

Usage

I just bought an iron to press my luck!

Insight

What did one magnet say to the other? Nothing - they were attracted!

Origin

Irony was invented by a blacksmith who wanted to make his life more difficult and confusing for himself and others around him!

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