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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
Jill Schildhouse, Forbes.com, 1 July 2025
The plea comes just weeks before Kohberger's trial was set to begin.
—Kayna Whitworth, ABC News, 1 July 2025
Jason O'Bryan, Robb Report, 28 June 2025
The voting component of the past two seasons has built Squid Game’s argument that majority rule is not always the best or most just option.
—Jennifer Zhan, Vulture, 27 June 2025
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Adverb
Either way, there’s no wrong answer—just the one that suits your next adventure best.
—Jill Schildhouse, Forbes.com, 1 July 2025
The plea comes just weeks before Kohberger's trial was set to begin.
—Kayna Whitworth, ABC News, 1 July 2025
Adjective
Making them is a just series of principles, expressed through technique.
—Jason O'Bryan, Robb Report, 28 June 2025
The voting component of the past two seasons has built Squid Game’s argument that majority rule is not always the best or most just option.
—Jennifer Zhan, Vulture, 27 June 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for just
Adverb
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So what exactly are these tiny insects, and why are they so attracted to us?—
Cathy Nelson,
Health,
21 July 2025
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When Lutnick took the stage, his interlocutor asked what exactly was going on with the tariffs.—
Antonia Hitchens,
New Yorker,
21 July 2025
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Others hesitate or barely touch their trays—a few flat-out refuse to eat.—
Stephanie Gravalese,
Forbes.com,
15 July 2025
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The loss of Elio’s parents is barely explained; his relationship with his aunt, Olga (Zoe Saldaña), is pleasant but lightweight.—
David Sims,
The Atlantic,
15 July 2025
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The offer, which can be redeemed in-store or online, is only available through Sunday, July 20.—
Alexis Simmerman,
Austin American Statesman,
21 July 2025
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Buxton gets a breather after an eventful week Byron Buxton was out of the lineup Sunday, but only because Baldelli wanted to give him a breather.—
Dan Hayes,
New York Times,
21 July 2025
Adverb
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Moving right along from the latter-day Illya Kuryakin, Conde Nast global content director Anna Wintour, pictured below, has gathered no moss since the Wimbledon final a few days ago.—
Guy Martin,
Forbes.com,
16 July 2025
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Stomach pain can also be a sign of diabetic ketoacidosis, a medical emergency that needs to be treated right away.10 10.—
Barbie Cervoni,
Verywell Health,
15 July 2025
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But with the exception of Morel, none of their additions projected to help the following season. Unable to address most of their immediate needs, the Rays simply expanded their talent base.—
Levi Weaver,
New York Times,
11 July 2025
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Leaving was simply a necessity for boys with big dreams.—
Julia Poe,
Chicago Tribune,
11 July 2025
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My neighbors have been driving me up the wall lately.—
Harriette Cole,
Mercury News,
10 July 2025
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Ferrero was founded in Italy nearly 80 years ago and has lately been on a quest to expand its American reach.—
Alina Selyukh,
NPR,
10 July 2025
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There are very justified concerns about the money that’s now committed to a 1B/DH-type throughout his early and mid-30s, but a lot of that has to do with the good-not-great OBPs that Devers has had in the past.—
Grant Brisbee,
New York Times,
20 June 2025
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Brit’s drama from the dinner seems more like a projection than a justified reaction.—
Shelby Stewart,
Essence,
7 Apr. 2025
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As a member of the Don Callis Family, winning the TNT Title is a logical next step.—
Alfred Konuwa,
Forbes.com,
12 July 2025
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Goldman: The Winnipeg Jets and Wild are logical picks here, although neither team really improved this summer.—
The Athletic NHL Staff,
New York Times,
12 July 2025
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“Just.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/just. Accessed 26 Jul. 2025.
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