How to Use "Just" with Example Sentences

just (adj): morally fair and right

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Used with nouns:

"He was awarded a just settlement for his injuries."
(settlement, compensation)

"We hope to live in a just society."
(society)

"Is there a just cause for war?"
(cause)

"I hope he gets his just punishment for doing what he did."
(punishment)

"We felt it was a just decision."
(decision)

just (adv): exactly; happening a short while ago; barely

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Example sentences:

"He arrived just in time to see the birth of his baby."

"I just saw her in the lobby."

"I just noticed the dent on the car."

"You are just like your mother."

"You look just like your sister."

"You act just like your brother."

"I just knew something was wrong when I walked into the room."

"She just returned from serving in the army."

"I just don't understand men."

"My wedding dress fits just right."

"I just bought a new house."

"I just came here to see you."

"We just got married."

"She just had a baby."

"We just ate dinner."

"It was just a small scratch."

"It was just a joke."

"It just happened a few minutes ago."

"He just left."

"I just finished the book."