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Irony Mug

One of the most misused words in the entire English language. There are several types of irony. Socratic irony - When someone pretends to be naive about a certain subject, and uses his questions about it to point out a flaw in the established belief. This is often used on the TV show South Park, where the children often ask questions about a situation until the folly in a parent's decision becomes clear. Sarcasm - Understatement, mocking overstatement, or heavy-handed irony (stating the flat opposite of the truth) where both parties are aware of the difference between what's said and what's actually happening. Situational Irony - The irony that most people think of. A difference between what you expect to happen (in a story, for example) and what actually happens. Rain on your wedding day would be a sort-of example, because a wedding day is generally expected to be a perfect, happy day. The good advice you didn't take, however, would NOT be irony, because that has nothing to do with what is expected and what isn't expected. A traffic jam when you're already late wouldn't be irony either; there's no automatic expectation that traffic will be fine, just because you happen to be late. Irony of Fate - The concept that the Gods, Fates, etc. are toying with humans for amusement by using irony. Beethoven's loss of hearing is a famous example; one would expect a composer to be able to hear his compositions, but fate denied him that ability. Tragic (Dramatic) Irony - When the audience knows something that some of the characters don't know in a play/movie/novel/whatever. For example, when the horror flick psycho is in the house and the homeowner just goes in without suspecting anything.

The Urban Dictionary Mug

Ceramic mug (11 oz)
Printed on-demand just for you
Dishwasher safe
Microwave safe
Word on front, definition on back
Comfortable handle
Every order personally reviewed

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Loved the mug! It really suits me, my co-workers love it.

Michael C.Mar 16

Pissah!

GregMar 16
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nice.

anonymous ..Mar 15

Sent this to my crush now she has a restraining order on me!!!

Fuck U.Mar 15

Without this mug, my life was but a series of painful unfortunate events. Since it has come into my life, love has followed, joy has followed and dishonour has been disavowed. Sincerely. From the bottom of my heart. Thank you. Please keep up the good work and I hope everyone will find joy as I have one day.

Matty B.Mar 15

I love the Duh Big Red Truck so much that I have a tattoo. So does my best friend. We’re in our 60s. Woot woot!

Linda J.Mar 15
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my mom (Mia) loves the mug you made it is amazing you made her day #girlboss

Kaitlyn M.Mar 14

I love da gooning mug. now i know how to goon and i can goon with my cool new gooner friends !

Isaiah T.Mar 14

We really like our cup!!!

Gary M.Mar 14
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Just as described. Excellent packaging. Timely shipping. No problems here. Thanks!

RICK G.Mar 14
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Review by Cary B.

Just wish it could have had a little more of the text on the mug, but otherwise it's great. What a clever marketing idea to be able to get this on t-shirts and mugs.

Cary B.Mar 13
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I spent the money and directly sent this to be the pettest person ever to a person who was doing this to me. It was awesome

Jane s.Mar 11

It’s a sturdy ceramic mug. A little pricey, IMO, but I really wanted this definition on a mug. ¯\_(ツ)_/¯

Megan H.Mar 11
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Review by Francis B.

Just what is needed for someone’s desk during the pandemic and beyond when they have to “MacGuyver” to make things happen.

Francis B.Mar 11
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Best purchase of my life, it's all downhill from here!

Kathleen S.Mar 10

The Urban Dictionary offers one-of-a-kind products in its Coffee Mugs if you want to purchase something interesting. A bit off-center and not the norm. This is the place to be. Customer service is responsive to your query when asking a question. All Good.

Stephen N.Mar 10
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Bought the mug, Holds up like a charm!! I was "Botello'd" by my wife so I think its fitting

Nirem P.Mar 9

Bought the mug. Holds up like a charm. I got "Botello'd" by my wife. Makes me feel nice.

Russell R.Mar 9

Just as described. A fun line of products. Have already ordered others. Thanks!

RICK G.Mar 9
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You should get the penis mug. It's pretty elite - Elongated Muskrat

Elongated M.Mar 8

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