What's an example of verbal irony (sarcasm) in the whole play of Romeo and Juliet?

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Verbal irony means sarcasm and I need a quote or example from any part in the play.

Asked by Kaya S #763815 on 3/2/2018 4:14 AM

Last updated by Aslan on 3/2/2018 4:17 AM

Answered by Aslan on 3/2/2018 4:17 AM

One example of verbal irony would be Romeo's reference to the poison he has purchased as a "sweet medicine". A cordial is a sweet liquor or medicine.

Come, cordial and not poison, go with me
To Juliet's grave; for there must I use thee.