An example of irony in "The Gift of the Magi" is that...

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after months of saving, Della had only $1.87.
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the magi brought gold, frankincense, and myrrh, but Jim and Della were poor.
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Della's hair was only worth $20.
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Jim purchased combs, but Della no longer has long hair.

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An example of irony in "The Gift of the Magi" is that Jim purchased combs for Della's long hair, but Della no longer has long hair. This situational irony highlights the theme of sacrifice and the unforeseen consequences of their love and gifts.