Oxymorons are figures of
speech in which two contradictory terms are combined in order to create a
rhetorical effect by paradoxical means. The word oxymoron is derived
from the Greek for pointedly foolish (oxys = sharp/keen and moros =
foolish). Oxymorons are extremely useful in written English because they
can make effective titles, add dramatic effect, add flavor to speech, and
can sometimes be used to achieve a comedic effect. Here is a comprehensive
list of 64 examples of oxymorons in sentences. In each example, the oxymoron is
underlined.
Examples of Oxymorons in
Sentences
1. This is another fine
mess you have got us into.
2. There is a real love
hate relationship developing between the two of them.
3. Suddenly the room
filled with a deafening silence.
4. The comedian was seriously
funny.
5. You are clearly
confused by the situation you have found yourself in.
6. Her singing was
enough to raise the living dead.
7. Do you have the original
copies that we requested?
8. This is a genuine
imitation Rolex watch.
9. I really would like
to try that new jumbo shrimp restaurant.
10. His new girlfriend
really is pretty ugly.
11. Sorry, I can't help
you out right now, I am involved in my own minor crisis.
12. Give me the fifty
dollars you owe me or pay for dinner, it's the same difference.
13. My trip to Bali was
very much a working holiday.
14. I let out a silent
scream as the cat walked through the door carrying a dead bird.
15. You are going to
have to take the job as an online proofreader, it is your only choice.
16. The seventies was
the era of free love.
17. I will ask the
professor for his unbiased opinion.
18. The constant
variable is the one that does not change.
19. The sermon lasted
for an endless hour.
20. We laughed and
cried through the tragic comedy.
21. Parting is
such sweet sorrow.
22. They couldn't wait
to get out alone together.
23. We'll use plastic
glasses at the picnic.
24. The student
teacher explained how to complete the homework.
25. The gossip is old
news.
26. The lady he
eventually married is painfully beautiful.
27. Wow! This ice cream
is disgustingly delicious.
28. Be careful in the
playground, run slowly.
29. Your apple pie is awfully
good.
30. A small
crowd gathered to watch the concert.
31. It's an open
secret that they have been having an affair for the past six months.
32. He has a real passive
aggressive personality.
33. You were awfully
lucky to escape the car crash unscathed.
34. Stop being a big
baby.
35. I am sure I am growing
smaller as I get older.
36. She is my least
favorite relation.
37. The story was based
on the concept of a true myth.
38. That is an example
of the typically weird behavior she continually demonstrates.
39. He has become an
extremely unpopular celebrity.
40. I'm on a heavy
diet until my wedding day.
41. I am a deeply
superficial person.
42. I like a smuggler.
He is the only honest thief.
43. Good grief, we're really
late.
44. I can't make any
promises but it's a definite possibility.
45. She was terribly
pleased with her Birthday present.
46. The army returned friendly
fire as the enemy approached.
47. He installed the
new wireless cable in the television room.
48. He was forced to stand
down from his position as president.
49. There will be zero
tolerance in the future.
50. I had no
choice but to do what I was told.
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