1The sardonic tone of the editorial was unmistakable, as it ridiculed the politician's latest gaffe.
2Her sardonic smile seemed to say, 'I'm not impressed,' but her eyes betrayed a glimmer of amusement.
3The novel's protagonist was known for his sardonic wit, which he used to deflect the advances of his would-be suitors.
4The teacher's sardonic comment about the student's essay was meant to be humorous, but it fell flat with the class.
5There is a fine line between sardonic humor and outright cruelty, and the comedian's latest routine seemed to cross it.