only just
only just
Just a moment earlier. I had only just finished painting the walls when our toddler came in the room and ran his hands over everything.
See also: just
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only ˈjust
1 not long ago/before: We’ve only just arrived.
2 almost not: He only just caught the train. ♢ I can afford it, but only just.
See also: just
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