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29 December 2025

It's just that ...

We use this expression to introduce something we are not happy with, like a minor criticism.

Written: Yes

Spoken: Yes

Formal: No

Informal: Yes

Example 1

Can you help me check the stock tonight. It won't take long. Is that OK?

Well, it's just that you always ask me. Could you ask someone else this time?

Example 2

Don't you want to come to the party with me?

It's just that my ex-girlfriend is going to be there, and I don't want to see her.

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