Here are the types of irony matched with the correct examples:
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Verbal Irony: Maria looked at her worst enemy with hatred. “It’s nice to see you,” she said. (This is verbal irony because Maria is saying the opposite of what she really feels toward her enemy.)
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Dramatic Irony: Alongside the boat, the school of sharks gathered. Oblivious, Ted stepped on the rail and prepared to jump in. (This is dramatic irony because the audience knows that there are sharks nearby, but Ted is unaware of the danger.)
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Situational Irony: Suzanne smiled as she walked down the wedding aisle to meet her future husband. But when the ring came out, she swiped it from the ringbearer, put on her sneakers, and ran. (This is situational irony because the audience expects a traditional wedding scene, but Suzanne's actions are completely unexpected and contrary to what is anticipated.)