formality

Used to describe an action that is done only to follow rules, but the outcome is already certain.

Refers to procedures required by law.

Refers to the procedures required when crossing a country's border.

Describes behavior that is very formal and not relaxed.

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

The extent to which something is formal.

Something that is done only to follow procedures, with the outcome already decided.

Similar to 'just a formality', emphasizing there are no other requirements or obstacles.

A more formal way of saying 'just a formality'.

To perform or complete a series of required actions or procedures.

To finish all the necessary official procedures.

To handle or manage the necessary official procedures.

To continue to behave in a formal way.

To decide not to follow the usual formal procedures.

To stop being formal and behave in a more relaxed way.