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Synonyms

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.


Example Sentences

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It's not just about oil, although that will be a concern.

From BBC

In a world where digital optimization can make just about anyone sound passable on the microphone, a pop singer with personality whose voice actually communicates stands out.

From The Wall Street Journal

There, just about every pitcher learns a split grip, often mastering it immediately after perfecting a traditional fastball.

From The Wall Street Journal

It's also not just about what the squad and staff need.

From BBC

And Kantaria is hoping he can just about cling on until then.

From The Wall Street Journal