need explanation of "Nice going"

[Anonymous]

Lester's briefcase suddenly springs open and his papers spill all over the driveway. He drops to his knees to gather everything.

JANE

"Nice going, Dad. "

Lester smiles sheepishly, trying to lighten the moment.

 

[Red5]

Lester's briefcase suddenly springs open and his papers spill all over the driveway. He drops to his knees to gather everything.

JANE

"Nice going, Dad. "

Lester smiles sheepishly, trying to lighten the moment.

Nice going here is being used as a sarcastic comment.

 

[Anonymous]

Tone of voice would be an indicator here as well that it is sarcastic.


Nice going - It really is not nice. Say the opposite to indicate what you mean. - Definitely sarcasm.


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