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as in barely
by a very small margin
I was just over the minimum age requirement for the senior citizen discount
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as in right
as stated or indicated without the slightest difference
the length of the curtain is just right
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as in simply
for nothing other than
got this present just for you
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as in justified
being what is called for by accepted standards of right and wrong
a just punishment should fit the crime
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as in logical
based on sound reasoning or information
there are just reasons for the state's ban of the private use of fireworks
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as in nice
conforming to a high standard of morality or virtue
they are a just people who are guided by a firm belief in God and a love of traditional values
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as in honest
following the accepted rules of moral conduct
the sort of just conduct that we expect of every soldier
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as in honorable
guided by or in accordance with one's sense of right and wrong
stopping to help a stranded motorist is simply the just thing to do
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as in equal
marked by justice, honesty, and freedom from bias
a just appraisal of the political situation over there
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Recent Examples of just
Jacqueline Charles, Miami Herald, 23 Oct. 2025
This features Cinnabon’s famous Center of the Roll, which is just the soft center topped with warm diced apples, a drizzle of caramel sauce, and streusel crumble topping.
—Karen Brewer Grossman, Southern Living, 23 Oct. 2025
PC Magazine, 15 Oct. 2025
Additionally, America’s ability to compete in important sectors like AI, semiconductors, climate tech, and biotech depends on more than just invention.
—K. H. Koehler, USA Today, 15 Oct. 2025
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The latest forecast track from the National Hurricane Center continues to push the slow-moving storm — moving forward at just 2 mph on Thursday morning — west through the Central Caribbean through early next week.
—Jacqueline Charles, Miami Herald, 23 Oct. 2025
This features Cinnabon’s famous Center of the Roll, which is just the soft center topped with warm diced apples, a drizzle of caramel sauce, and streusel crumble topping.
—Karen Brewer Grossman, Southern Living, 23 Oct. 2025
Adjective
Each summary is created to deliver real, actionable takeaways and can be consumed in just minutes.
—PC Magazine, 15 Oct. 2025
Additionally, America’s ability to compete in important sectors like AI, semiconductors, climate tech, and biotech depends on more than just invention.
—K. H. Koehler, USA Today, 15 Oct. 2025
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That’s exactly what grief is, and acknowledging the beauty of it all rather than living in the darkness.—
Benjamin VanHoose,
PEOPLE,
20 Oct. 2025
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Ensure the names on your ID and Social Security card match exactly.—
Detroit Free Press Staff,
Freep.com,
20 Oct. 2025
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Nashville could have scored before Messi’s opener when Jacob Shaffelburg found open space to attack but managed only a weak shot that barely troubled Rocco Rios Novo.—
The Athletic Staff,
New York Times,
25 Oct. 2025
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According to Bookman, his partner was struggling with substance abuse and was barely able to stay afloat, even with the success of his invention.—
Otto Rabe,
Cincinnati Enquirer,
24 Oct. 2025
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Even with nominally neutral districts, Republicans only have about 17% of California’s House seats despite 38% of state voters backing Trump in 2024.—
U T Editorial Board,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
20 Oct. 2025
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Neither team scored through the first quarter, and the 49ers had only one possession, which started with a sack (allowed by Dominick Puni) before McCaffrey and Brian Robinson keyed a drive that didn’t get past the Falcons’ 42-yard line.—
Cam Inman,
Mercury News,
20 Oct. 2025
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As in years past, there was plenty of heated debate, some clever campaigning on social media, a last-minute push for votes from A-list significant others and a few races that were neck-and-neck right up until the last ballot was cast.—
Alex Apatoff,
PEOPLE,
24 Oct. 2025
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And also sign up for our free Survivor newsletter to have all the goodies sent right to your digital doorstep.—
Dalton Ross,
Entertainment Weekly,
23 Oct. 2025
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That’s simply because of the person speaking.—
Josh Robbins,
New York Times,
22 Oct. 2025
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When laundry day rolls around, simply throw the durable topper in the laundry with the rest of your bedding for easy maintenance and tumble dry with no heat.—
Maggie Horton,
PEOPLE,
21 Oct. 2025
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The Packers are a team that has come up in trade rumors lately.—
Robert Marvi,
MSNBC Newsweek,
18 Oct. 2025
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Jenner’s been on a textured heel streak lately.—
Maggie Clancy,
Footwear News,
18 Oct. 2025
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Shares of Darden Restaurants have added 1% this year, but Cho said that Darden Restaurant’s somewhat elevated current valuation still seems justified.—
Lisa Kailai Han,
CNBC,
20 Oct. 2025
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City officials say the hikes are justified, because San Diego loses revenue when parking spots that could otherwise have meters are devoted to other uses like dining or valet parking drop-off and pickup.—
David Garrick,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
15 Oct. 2025
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In terms of strategics, the growing media and entertainment trend of integrating physical park assets into cross-platform media ecosystems makes the industry a logical candidate.—
Kenneth Squire,
CNBC,
24 Oct. 2025
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Bipolar disorder involves alternating episodes of depression and mania, a state where thoughts race, impulsive decisions feel logical, and sleep becomes almost optional.—
Essence,
Essence,
23 Oct. 2025
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