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Sarcastic

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Emotional Impact

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

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His sarcastic 'Nice job on the broken vase!' made her upset.
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Not Always Obvious

Sometimes sarcasm is subtle; listen for a change in tone or expect the unexpected.

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Saying 'What a great weather!' in a storm hints at sarcasm.
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Context Matters

Understanding the situation is key to detecting sarcasm.

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