the company wolfsheim works in is called "the swastika holding company" and the swastika was the symbol used by Hitler in world war two, during the Holocaust, and wolfsheim is a Jew,
The irony lies in the fact that Gatsby finally finds Wolfsheim's office after years of searching, only to be told that Wolfsheim is too busy to see him. This reversal of roles highlights the fleeting and insincere nature of the wealthy elite's social connections in the novel.
"Irony" refers to the incongruity between what is expected and what actually occurs. "Ironic" is an adjective used to describe a situation that involves irony.
It's ironic that 2 days after elie left the camp the Russians liberated everyone who stayed behind.
Knowing that the villain is around the corner when the main character does not
Donald Zinkoff's situation is ironic because despite his kind and compassionate nature, he is often ostracized and bullied by his peers due to his differences and quirks. His genuine willingness to be a friend to others is overlooked, highlighting the irony in how someone so pure of heart can be isolated and misunderstood.
No (that was ironic).
Most wouldn't call that a joke, but more of an ironic situation.
I always thought it was more irony of situation. He comes from the celebrations of the carnival down to the dungeon in search of good wine. There he is murdered. Very ironic situation.
An ironic situation that occurs on the drive to town in The Great Gatsby is when Tom Buchanan and Gatsby stop at Wilson's garage where they see Myrtle Wilson. Tom tries to divert attention by buying Wilson a dog, which ultimately leads to Myrtle's death as Daisy ends up hitting her with Gatsby's car while driving back from the city. This situation is ironic because Tom's attempt to distract Wilson inadvertently sets off a chain of events that results in tragedy for Myrtle.
It is ironic that Miss Crocker, who is known to dislike and discourage reading, is the one unveiling a new initiative promoting reading among students. This goes against her usual behavior and adds a layer of irony to the situation.
It is ironic because the cyclops is known for his brutality and lack of mercy, yet he shows a brief moment of tenderness towards the ram. This unexpected act contrasts with his usual behavior and adds a touch of irony to the situation.
In "Araby," the narrator's idealization of Mangan's sister contrasts with the disappointing reality of the bazaar, highlighting the ironic gap between his romantic dreams and the bleakness of his surroundings. In "A&P," Sammy quits his job to defend the girls' honor, expecting them to appreciate his gesture, but they leave without acknowledging him, showing the ironic discrepancy between his heroic expectations and the indifferent reality of the situation.
The tone was ironic