just
Used to mean exactly, only, or a very short time ago.
Used to indicate exactness, a small amount of time ago, or limitation to a small extent.
Fair and morally right.
Based on or behaving according to what is morally right and fair.
Almost not; by a very small amount.
By only a small amount; almost not or almost the case.
- Base: just
just in case
1as a precautionary measure
Used to say you do something to be safe, even if it may not be needed.
- Take an umbrella, just in case it rains.
- I brought extra batteries, just in case.
just in time
1at the last possible moment
At the last moment before it is too late.
- We got there just in time for the show.
- He caught the train just in time.
just about
1almost or nearly
Almost; very close to being true or happening.
- I'm just about ready to leave.
- I’ve just about finished my homework.
- This project is just about finished.
- That’s just about the best meal I’ve ever had.
just so you know
1'For your information' casually stated
Used before telling someone something they might want to know, but do not need to act on.
- Just so you know, the meeting has been moved to 3 PM.
- Just so you know, I’m leaving early today.
just so you know
2for your information before action/event
Used before giving information you think someone should know.
- Just so you know, the meeting starts at 9 sharp.
- Just so you know, tickets are almost sold out.
just like that
1suddenly and easily without warning
Happening suddenly and without effort or warning.
- He quit his job, just like that.
- She solved the problem, just like that.
- The problem was solved, just like that.
just like that
2suddenly and easily
Happening very quickly and without effort or warning.
- He quit his job just like that.
- The problem was solved just like that.