dispense with (the) formalities



dispense with (the) formalities

To not engage in the niceties or etiquette normally demanded by the social situation, such as formal introductions, because more important matters are at hand. You can dispense with the formalities, counselor—just give me an update on the situation and be on your way.
See also: dispense

Common Names:

NameGenderPronouncedUsage
HallamHAL-əmEnglish (Rare)
Torgils-Norwegian
Goranka-Croatian, Serbian
Louna-French (Modern)
Merchant['mə:tʃənt]
Tinatin-Georgian, Literature