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Sarcasm & Humor
What a surprise
Response to predictable events or behavior
Literal Meaning
An exclamatory phrase expressing astonishment or disbelief regarding an unexpected occurrence
Actual Meaning
When sarcastic, means this was completely predictable
Examples in Context

Friend is late again: 'What a surprise.' (Translation: This is exactly what I expected)

Helpful Tips
  • 1Flat tone indicates sarcasm
  • 2Shows behavior is a pattern
  • 3Resignation more than anger
Phrase Thesaurus
Similar words and synonyms for this phrase
what a shock
how unexpected
color me surprised
not in a million years
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