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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
Robert Pearl, Forbes.com, 26 May 2025
The left-hander ended up recording just one out while being charged with four unearned runs.
—Kevin Acee, San Diego Union-Tribune, 26 May 2025
Kate Plummer, MSNBC Newsweek, 22 May 2025
Felipe championed the just cause eviction bill again this session.
—Ginny Monk, Hartford Courant, 22 May 2025
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To critics, the obvious answer would be ego, stubbornness or just plain stupidity.
—Robert Pearl, Forbes.com, 26 May 2025
The left-hander ended up recording just one out while being charged with four unearned runs.
—Kevin Acee, San Diego Union-Tribune, 26 May 2025
Adjective
Biden dropped out of the 2024 election after a disastrous debate performance against Trump just months before Election Day.
—Kate Plummer, MSNBC Newsweek, 22 May 2025
Felipe championed the just cause eviction bill again this session.
—Ginny Monk, Hartford Courant, 22 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for just
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But what exactly can leaders do to enhance their teams’ performance?—
ESMT Berlin,
Forbes.com,
22 May 2025
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And then there’s Greer, who brings a perfect blend of physicality and offensive pop to fit exactly what Maurice wants in a fourth-line forward.—
Jordan McPherson,
Miami Herald,
22 May 2025
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His penalty, barely three minutes earlier, led to a Roope Hintz power-play goal that narrowed Edmonton’s lead to 3-2, but then Ekholm blocked a shot from Thomas Harley at the right faceoff dot.—
Daniel Nugent-Bowman,
New York Times,
30 May 2025
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The Dalmatian was discovered in dire condition by officials for the Pennsylvania Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (SPCA) with barely any light left in her eyes, the shelter said.—
TJ Macias,
Miami Herald,
30 May 2025
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The bill now heads for a vote in the full House, where Speaker Johnson is operating under very tight margins: House Republicans have one of the thinnest majorities in history at 220-212, meaning Johnson can only afford to lose three members of his caucus if all Democrats are opposed.—
Nik Popli,
Time,
22 May 2025
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How many other shows, after all, could not only survive the death of a main cast member (Nicholas Colasanto during season 3) and the departure of a fan favorite (Shelley Long abruptly left after season 5), but thrive despite their absence?—
Randall Colburn,
EW.com,
21 May 2025
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Crossbody Bag Crossbody bags are a travel essential, keeping your phone, cash, cards, passport, and SPF right at your fingertips without having to dig through a bulky backpack or tote bag.—
Gregory Robinson,
Travel + Leisure,
31 May 2025
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Both Makar and Hughes signed six-year deals out of entry-level a couple of months apart in 2021 that walked them right to unrestricted free agency, with Makar’s contract buying one UFA year and Hughes’ none.—
Arpon Basu,
New York Times,
31 May 2025
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My advice, however, is not to stop using PINs but simply to use longer ones.—
Davey Winder,
Forbes.com,
24 May 2025
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In 2024, the team simply did not live up to expectations, although that was not his fault.—
Evan Massey,
MSNBC Newsweek,
24 May 2025
Adverb
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Why Are More Americans Interested In Dual Citizenship? Marshall has also noticed a clear trend of more Americans, especially those with significant assets, applying for dual citizenship lately.—
Giulia Carbonaro,
MSNBC Newsweek,
24 May 2025
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The two admired the rapper's car collection as 2 Chainz explained his love for a certain Tesla model that has been under scrutiny lately.—
Charles Singh,
USA Today,
24 May 2025
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The protean hatred of Jews is always justified, and never justifiable.—
Rabbi David Wolpe,
Time,
23 May 2025
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Your personal life doesn't need to be defended, justified, or sacrificed because someone else's priorities weren't planned for.—
Melissa Fleur Afshar,
MSNBC Newsweek,
20 May 2025
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Even with Bailey singing her lovestruck heart out, Rob Marshall's redo doesn't make the same refreshing splash as the 1989 animated classic but gets points for trying with a more logical narrative.—
Brian Truitt,
USA Today,
26 May 2025
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Therefore, the logical starting point might be to first to prop this thing at least back up to respectability.—
Ira Winderman,
Sun Sentinel,
24 May 2025
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“Just.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/just. Accessed 3 Jun. 2025.
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