義理一遍
Meanings
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noun, na-adjective, noun which may take the genitive case particle 'no'
perfunctory; going through the motions; done out of obligation
Describes an action, invitation, gift, or gesture done only because social obligation (義理) demands it, without real feeling or enthusiasm. Often used with の or な to modify nouns.
His perfunctory greeting lacked sincerity.
A relationship that's just going through the motions is only tiring.