English Phrase of the Day
just aboutDefinitions
| English > English | |
| just about | |
| 1. adj. Approximately, very nearly. | |
| Analysis | |
| just | |
| 1. adj. Factually right, correct; factual. | |
| It is a just assessment of the facts. | |
| 2. adj. Rationally right, correct. | |
| 3. adj. Morally right; upright, righteous, equitable; fair. | |
| It looks like a just solution at first glance. | |
| about | |
| 1. prep. In a circle around; all round; on every side of; on the outside of. | |
| 2. prep. Near; not far from; approximately; regarding time, size, quantity. | |
| 3. prep. On the point or verge of. | |
| the show is about to start; I am not about to admit to your crime | |
| 4. prep. On one's person; nearby the person. | |
Example Sentences
No, I think you just about covered it.  Creature, I've just about had it! I think the ribs are just about done. He is allergic to just about everything and has the medications to prove it. Those trays are just about empty. |
Review previous phrases
| damn it | in a row | point out | first of all |
| have got | plug in | in time | here and there |
| about to | have to | spare time | in any case |
| spread out | service station | dried up | hands off |
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