ironically
US /aɪˈrɑː.nɪ.kəl.i/
UK /aɪˈrɑː.nɪ.kəl.i/
1.
in an ironic manner; in a way that is contrary to what is expected or intended
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Ironically, the fire station burned down.
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He said he hated surprises, but ironically, he loved the surprise party we threw for him.