I’m not accustomed to having more than one drink. Two is the limit – and three! [She laughs] Tonight I had three.

– Tennessee Williams

A Streetcar Named Desire, Scene 3. When he comes to covering up the extent of her drinking, Blanche is an accomplished liar. She assures people that she has drunk less than she actually has, like she does here with Mitch. Here we have an example of dramatic irony, since the audience is already aware of her drinking habits. The theme of fantasy vs reality is also seen here.