funny how ~ (it's) strange that ~ (it's) odd that ~ (it's) notable that The idea is 'strange but understandable'. When the teacher leaves the room, the children misbehave. Funny how they are suddenly quiet as soon as the teacher walks in the door again.
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funny how ~ (it's) strange that ~ (it's) odd that ~ (it's) notable that
The idea is 'strange but understandable'.
When the teacher leaves the room, the children misbehave. Funny how they are suddenly quiet as soon as the teacher walks in the door again.
This phrase often expresses mild sarcasm.
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