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Just as well

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28 April 2026

Just as well

We use this expression to say that it is good something happened or someone did something, because it avoids a potential problem.

Written: No

Spoken: Yes

Formal: No

Informal: Yes

Example 1

Careful - that seat's broken.

Just as well you told me. I hadn't noticed. Thanks.

Example 2

The weather forecast said it's going to rain this afternoon.

Just as well you told me. I was going to have a picnic in the park.

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