just about

Idioms  

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.

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just about

He said the independent review for councillors was "not just about pay" but also seeking "equality" in conditions across different local authorities.

From BBC ● Aug. 13, 2026

For Dudamel, L.A. became the place that let him try just about anything.

From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 12, 2026

Fry and his allies have spent just about $1 million and Sanford’s campaign has spent about $640,000.

From Slate ● Aug. 11, 2026

Even though that’s just about $80 more per month, that seemingly small rate jump could cost the buyer roughly $28,000 more in additional payments.

From MarketWatch ● Aug. 5, 2026

“Well, it’s the final book in the series. But I don’t know what it’s called or when it’s going to be released. My friend was just about to tell me, but, well...my phone.”

From "Bye Forever, I Guess" by Jodi Meadows