comment wryly

Frequency: 7.02.1 per million words

To make a comment that is clever and humorous in a dry, ironic way.

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Examples (10)

  • He commented wryly on the irony of the situation.
  • She commented wryly that at least they couldn't get any wetter.
  • The comedian often comments wryly on political events.
  • After the long delay, the passenger commented wryly, 'Well, this is certainly efficient.'
  • They commented wryly on the boss's latest unrealistic demands.
  • One might comment wryly that the committee achieved very little.
  • He couldn't help but comment wryly about the sudden change in plans.
  • Even in defeat, the coach managed to comment wryly on his team's unexpected performance.
  • Looking at the empty fridge, she commented wryly, 'Looks like dinner is cancelled.'
  • The author often uses his characters to comment wryly on societal norms.