Phrase of the day

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26th October 2024

Good job

We use this expression to say that it is lucky something happened.
Usage
Written: 
Yes
Spoken: 
Yes
Formal: 
No
Informal: 
Yes
Example 1
The shops close early today - do you need anything?
Good job you told me. I had forgotten all about that.
Example 2
The photocopier has broken down again.
Good job we did all the copying last night, then, isn't it!

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