note wryly
Frequency: 6.51.4 per million words
To point out or mention something in a dry, ironic way.
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- She noted wryly that the meeting was running exactly on schedule, despite everyone's predictions.
- "Another glorious day," he noted wryly as the rain began to fall.
- The comedian noted wryly that his life had become a series of unfortunate events.
- With a sigh, she noted wryly the irony of having too much time but nothing to do.
- He had often noted wryly how quickly plans could go awry.
- The veteran journalist notes wryly the changing landscape of media.
- You might note wryly that some things never change.
- Having failed the test again, he could only note wryly his consistent bad luck.
- She was known to note wryly the absurdities of bureaucracy.
- It was noted wryly by many that the new policy had unintended consequences.