level of formality

Frequency: 7.09.2 per million words

The standard or amount of formal behavior required in a situation.

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Examples (10)

  • It is important to be aware of the level of formality required at any social function.
  • Please adjust the level of formality to suit a job interview.
  • We were unsure what level of formality the email should strike.
  • In academic writing, the appropriate level of formality can vary by discipline.
  • Could you raise the level of formality for the final report?
  • The host set a relaxed level of formality for the networking dinner.
  • Over time, the level of formality has decreased in many workplaces.
  • If the level of formality isn't clear, err on the side of polite.
  • The training explains how to calibrate the level of formality across cultures.
  • They debated the level of formality that their brand voice should maintain.