Ironic Quotes
Sharp lines on coincidence, contradiction, and dark humor
These quotes point out irony in everyday moments, like being known for television while barely watching it, or finding humor in situations that should feel heavy.
To be honest, I don't watch a lot of TV. It's kind of ironic because I'm on TV.
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It seemed ironic that Lowell Levine and I, who were both Jewish, were going over to identify the remains of a man who was so anti-Semitic.
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When I was a boy, unconsciously, spontaneously I learned the art of telling ironic stories.
I haven't watched MTV's annual Video Music Awards since Bill Clinton was president. I was wearing a plastic choker, and Alanis Morissette won for 'Ironic.'
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Frequently Asked Questions
What makes a situation genuinely ironic according to these quotes?
Are all the examples here lighthearted?
How is irony different from humor in this collection?
Do musicians or performers use the word ironic here?
Where can I find more quotes about humor?
One especially weighty example reflects on a deeply painful historical coincidence, while others use irony more playfully to describe art, music, and emotion.
