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Which sentence correctly uses quotation marks for a word used ironically?

A. His "apology" was nothing more than an excuse.
B. His 'apology' was nothing more than an excuse.
C. His, "apology," was nothing more than an excuse.
D. His apology was nothing more than an excuse.
Answer: Option A
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests Team)
Double quotation marks are standard for indicating irony or non-standard use (scare quotes).
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