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***