A phrase that is used to disregard yet acknowledge someone’s criticism,
critique, observation, or suggestion. The connotation is a
snide ‘I don’t care what you think. You are probably right, but that doesn't matter. Shut up.’
The situation often ends as an ‘
I told you so’
“Bill, you really should turn off the power before you replace that switch” …
“
Duly noted” …
***explosion of
blue sparks***
“Cindy, I really don’t think those stiletto-heels are a good idea for where we’re going”…
“Duly noted”…
***ends up twisting her ankle.***
“Before you attempt this experiment, you need to fully understand the chemistry behind the reaction.”…
“Duly noted”…
***
burns down lab***