1The comedian's irreverent jokes about politics and religion sparked both applause and outrage from the audience.
2Is it possible for a work of art to be both irreverent and profound, or do these qualities inherently conflict?
3The novel's irreverent portrayal of historical figures was seen as either refreshingly honest or scandalously disrespectful by different readers.
4Avoid using irreverent language in formal academic writing, as it can undermine the authority and credibility of your argument.
5There is a long tradition of irreverent satire in literature, from Jonathan Swift's 'A Modest Proposal' to contemporary works like 'The Onion'.