just as
Idioms-
In precisely the same way as. For example, He's signing his name just as he's always done it . [Early 1600s]
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Also, just so . To the same degree as. For example, Jim's running just as fast as his friend , or He intended to give them just so much work as they could do in a day . [Late 1600s] Also see just so .
Example Sentences
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Just as police officers don’t have to prove drivers intended to speed to issue a ticket, regulators don’t have to show an investor meant to violate the takeover-notice law to bring an enforcement action.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 4, 2026
Just as important is the test of decisive influence - directors or staff members who are involved in key decisions.
From BBC • Apr. 27, 2026
Just as closely watched has been the string of starry casting announcements — and one very high-profile departure, Helena Bonham Carter, who departed the show shortly after production began.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 27, 2026
Just as two radio stations in the same city can’t broadcast on the same frequency, companies such as AT&T, Verizon, and SpaceX need spectrum for their customers’ calls and data.
From Barron's • Apr. 15, 2026
Just as he thought her head was going to whip around and bite him in half, Malevolent tucked her head down and began to chant again.
From "Half Upon a Time" by James Riley
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