Just about

ALMOST

Think of a word that means "nearly" or "close to happening," often used when something falls just short of completion.

"Just about" is a common phrase meaning nearly or almost, which directly hints at the answer "ALMOST." The clue plays on the literal definition without any hidden wordplay or tricks—it’s a straightforward synonym. If you think of phrases like "just about finished" or "just about there," the answer becomes obvious. No deeper meaning or puns are involved here.