just about

phrase

Synonyms of just aboutnext
: almost
the work is just about done

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Retro runners Soccer shoes have been reinvented into a lifestyle shoe, one that’s worn by just about everyone nowadays. — Renata Joffre, Glamour, 9 Oct. 2026 In his 30 years on stage and screen, James McAvoy has done just about everything a movie star can do. — Al Shipley, SPIN, 9 Oct. 2026 Kottke has been rejiggering folk, blues and jazz for over 40 albums and just about as many years. — Greg Carannante, Sun Sentinel, 8 Oct. 2026 Those views have been maximized throughout the home, thanks to walls of glass that surround just about every space, including the corner living room. — Tori Latham, Robb Report, 8 Oct. 2026 See All Example Sentences for just about

Word History

First Known Use

1836, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of just about was in 1836

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“Just about.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/just%20about. Accessed 14 Oct. 2026.

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