just
/d͡ʒʌst/ adverbe A1En français : simplement, venir de, juste
- Only, simply, merely. · Just plant a few tomatoes, unless you can freeze or dry them.· He calls it vermilion, but it's just red to me.
- Introduces a disappointing or surprising outcome that renders futile something previously mentioned. · I spent two hours cooking my favorite recipe, just to burn the rice and ruin the meal.· I helped him out, just for him to betray me.
- Used to reduce the force of an imperative; simply. · Just follow the directions on the box.
- Used to increase the force of an imperative; simply, without questioning. · I'm tired of playing games – just get it done.
- Used to convey a less serious or formal tone. · I just called to say "hi".
- Absolutely, positively. · It is just splendid!· just fine
- Moments ago, only very recently. · They just left, but you may leave a message at the desk.
- By a narrow margin; closely; narrowly; almost not. · The fastball just missed my head!· The fire department arrived just in time.
Dans la bibliothèque
Then, as they were just passing the Round Tower, the young man shouted: “Stand by there to lower the topsails and jib; brail up the spanker!”
Just assume the tone and manner of a husband, and see how she will remind you that your hour is not yet come!”
I just love it already, and I’m so glad I’m going to live here.
It just makes me feel glad to be alive--it’s such an interesting world.
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