: Re: Can we use a title that alludes the opposite of what we're arguing for? Let's say you decide to claim that time is absolute and not relative as Einstein said. Can you still use a title like

Of course you can. You may choose whichever title you wish for your story. Titles may contain elements of ambiguity, they may be nuanced, cryptic, sarcastic, or any combination of the aforementioned.

"The Taking of Pelham 123"

On its face the title of this film refers to the hijacking of a train bound for Pelham (the train's ID# being 123). But consider the writer's choice of number '123'. The expression is synonymous with 'as easy as'. Thus we have a different take on the title.

From my own work . . .

The Life of Riley

This title appears to allude to the expression meaning: an easy, carefree life. However, this is not the case. The story is about a young female athlete who finds herself confined to a wheelchair after a tragic accident. (The character's name happens to be Jackie Riley).

Blind Date

Simple and straight forward? Perhaps not - the story is literally about a blind woman going on a date.

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