It was not just a mere coincidence that they met at the same cafe every morning.
mere formality
Frequency:
60
%
The signing of the document was just a mere formality.
mere suggestion
Frequency:
50
%
His idea was not a command, just a mere suggestion.
mere speculation
Frequency:
45
%
The rumors about his resignation were mere speculation.
Idiomatic Expressions for mere nothing
Phrase: a mere nothing compared to
Meaning: to emphasize the insignificance of something in comparison to something else
Usage: His complaints were a mere nothing compared to the challenges she faced.