just about

1. Almost, very nearly, as in This job is just about done, or At just about midnight we'll uncork the champagne. This phrase is sometimes used alone, as in Are you finished yet?—Just about. It uses about in the sense of “nearly,” a usage dating from the early 1600s.

Example Sentences

Buttler reached 50 from 43 deliveries and was just about keeping pace with a required rate of nine an over when he was bowled by an outstanding Lungi Ngidi slower ball.

From BBC

“I’ve never seen that happen on Zoom. Being together in-person isn’t just about showing up — it’s about actively engaging with the business, supporting one another and the team’s efforts, and contributing to our shared momentum.”

From Los Angeles Times

Her approach wasn’t just about what to cook, but how to think like a cook.

From Salon

"It's not just about coding, it's about thinking logically, being creative with technology," she says.

From BBC

"It's just another day for me really. I've been fighting since I can remember. It's just about winning, that's all I care about."

From BBC