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GrammarJLPT N2

just did/have just done

Expression

Definitions

1. just did/have just done

This grammatical pattern is attached to the past tense of a verb to express that upon doing something, a certain result or discovery was made. It is used to convey that an action led to finding out something or produced an unexpected outcome.

Grammar

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Example sentences

Sentence 1

I'd just arrived at the station when the train pulled away!

Sentence 2

"I just got home," my brother said.

Sentence 3

I just realized — I don't have my wallet!

Sentence 4

Just as I got out of the bath, the phone rang.

Sentence 5

"I just woke up," he said with a yawn.