merely a formality

Examples (10)

• The final interview is merely a formality; the offer is already decided.
• For her, the visa appointment was merely a formality after months of paperwork.
• Once the board reviews the file, approval will be merely a formality.
• With unanimous support, the vote should be merely a formality.
• By then, the inspection had become merely a formality everyone rushed through.
• What used to be a hurdle is now merely a formality.
• The background check was treated as merely a formality, given his record.
• Don't worry—this last signature is merely a formality.
• In practice, the ceremony is merely a formality marking what has long been true.
• If the committee agrees, the contract renewal will be merely a formality.