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Bob uses irony when he tells

the other Soc to give Ponyboy a "bath." Because
he does not literally mean what he says, what
type of irony is this?

User Benny Khoo
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meaning by using language that normally signifies the opposite, usually for humorous or emphatic effect. Also called sarcasm.
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