a mere formality

Frequency: 7.211.8 per million words

Something that is done as a custom or rule but has no real effect or importance.

mereADJECTIVE + NOUN

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formality

Examples (10)

  • The signing of the contract was a mere formality after all the negotiations.
  • For him, passing the exam was a mere formality as he had studied thoroughly.
  • The interview turned out to be a mere formality, as the decision had already been made.
  • She considered the final approval a mere formality, confident in her proposal.
  • Despite the long process, the last step was a mere formality.
  • Gaining admission to the club became a mere formality once he received the recommendation.
  • The ceremony was a mere formality, designed to satisfy traditional expectations.
  • They agreed that the official announcement would be a mere formality.
  • Completing the paperwork proved to be a mere formality.
  • The closing arguments were almost a mere formality after the overwhelming evidence.