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Term: For form's sake

Description

"For form's sake" is an idiomatic expression used to indicate that something is being done solely for the purpose of following proper procedure or conforming to a customary practice, rather than for any meaningful benefit or significance.

Sample Sentences

1. He attended the meeting for form's sake, even though he knew it was a complete waste of time.
2. She apologized for form's sake, but it was clear she didn't genuinely mean it.
3. They exchanged pleasantries for form's sake, but beneath the surface, they both knew there was animosity between them.
4. The company implemented some minor changes for form's sake, but it didn't address the real issues affecting employee satisfaction.
5. They observed a moment of silence for form's sake, although few people were truly impacted by the loss.

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