Pattern: just-wh-clause
Structure Overview
Formula: just + wh-word + Subject + Verb
Core Meaning: Uses "just" as an emphasizer right before a noun clause (usually starting with what, how, or where) to mean "exactly," "precisely," or to highlight a high degree of intensity.
💬 Contextual Examples
- This is just what we need to solve the problem.
- You have no idea just how lucky you are to be alive.
🎴 Interactive Web Practice (Click to Reveal)
Practice 1: A hot cup of tea is just ______ I want right now.
Answer:
what
Practice 2: It is terrifying to think about just ______ much money we lost.
Answer:
how
🔗 Knowledge Base Connections
- 🔑 Parent Keyword: just