just about

phrase

: almost

the work is just about done

Examples of just about in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

These high-rise jeans boast a classic straight style that goes with just about everything in your fall wardrobe. — Jessie Quinn, StyleCaster, 2 Oct. 2026

Unfortunately, this is just another example of politicians willing to say just about anything to get elected. — Colleen Kujawa, Chicago Tribune, 2 Oct. 2026

The latest addition to her oeuvre, The Phoebe Variations, is a wildly original story of complicated and unlikely family arrangements, the fluidity of identity, and just about every kind of love imaginable. — Gabrielle Bellot, Literary Hub, 30 Sep. 2026

With a soprano voice that’s sharp but never shrill, O’Donovan can levitate a heartfelt melody over just about any kind of accompaniment. — Mark Jenkins, Washington Post, 30 Sep. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1836, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for just about

• roundabout
• runabout
• sauerkraut
• thereabout
• turnabout
• bailout
• blackout
• blowout
• breakout
• burnout
• buyout
• checkout