
Sarcastic
Emotional Impact
Sarcasm can hurt feelings, so it's important to know when it's appropriate.

His sarcastic 'Nice job on the broken vase!' made her upset.
Not Always Obvious
Sometimes sarcasm is subtle; listen for a change in tone or expect the unexpected.

Saying 'What a great weather!' in a storm hints at sarcasm.
Context Matters
Understanding the situation is key to detecting sarcasm.

Laughing at a spilled drink and saying 'Perfect timing!' is sarcastic.
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