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just so

/ˈdʒʌst səʊ/

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/ˈdʒʌst səʊ/C1formalbritishobsolete
  • ruСтаромодное британское выражение, означающее «именно так», «точно» или «в очень аккуратном и опрятном порядке». Оно часто использовалось в XIX и начале XX века для выражения согласия или описания чего-то, устроенного с тщательной заботой.

An old-fashioned British expression meaning 'exactly so', 'precisely', or 'in a very orderly and neat manner'. It was commonly used in the 19th and early 20th centuries to indicate agreement or to describe something arranged with meticulous care.

  1. Exactly right or perfectB2informal

    Arranged or done in a precise, correct, or perfect manner.

    ruИдеально

    • She likes everything in her house to be just so.
    • He adjusted the tie until it was just so.
    • The flowers were arranged just so for the ceremony.
  2. Because of thatC1formalbritish

    Used to indicate a logical consequence or reason.

    ruИменно поэтому

    • He was late, and just so, he missed the beginning of the play.
    • She forgot her umbrella, and just so, she got soaked in the rain.
    • The car broke down, and just so, we had to walk home.