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adverb
At a little distance: just down the road.
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By a narrow margin; barely: just missed being hit; just caught the bus before it pulled away.
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Merely; only: just a scratch.
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Only a moment ago: He just arrived.
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Perhaps; possibly: I just may go.
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adjective
Based on fact or sound reason; well-founded: a just appraisal.
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Consistent with what is morally right; righteous: a just cause.
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Law Valid within the law; lawful: just claims.
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Properly due or merited: just deserts.
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Suitable or proper in nature; fitting: a just touch of solemnity.
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idiom
Just about Almost; very nearly: This job is just about done.
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Just now Only a moment ago.
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Just the same Nevertheless.
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