Meaning Of The Word Go through the motions

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What's The Definition Of Go through the motions?

go through the motions
If you go through the motions, you pretend to do something by making the movements associated with a particular action.
phrase: If you say that someone is going through the motions, you think they are only saying or doing something because it is expected of them without being interested, enthusiastic, or sympathetic.

go through the motions in British English
to act or perform the task (of doing something) mechanically or without sincerity
to do something from habit or according to formalities, but without enthusiasm, personal involvement, etc.
to do something halfheartedly, routinely, or as a formality or façade
to do something that you have to do or are expected to do, but without any real effort or enthusiasm

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