Question 1

What does "it goes without saying" mean?

Accepted Answer

Something is so obvious that it does not need to be stated explicitly.

Question 2

How do you use "it goes without saying" in a sentence?

Accepted Answer

It goes without saying that you should double-check your work.

Question 3

Is "it goes without saying" formal or informal?

Accepted Answer

"it goes without saying" is register-neutral — appropriate in both casual and formal contexts. Often followed by the thing that is supposedly obvious.