just able

Examples (10)

• I was just able to make out a dark figure in the distance.
• After a long climb, he was just able to reach the summit before sunset.
• With our savings, we were just able to afford the down payment on the house.
• She ran as fast as she could and was just able to catch the last train.
• He was just able to lift the heavy box onto the shelf.
• The connection was bad, but I was just able to hear her say goodbye.
• The swimmer was just able to escape the strong current and get to shore.
• The handwriting was terrible, but I was just able to read the address on the envelope.
• Working all night, they were just able to finish the project by the deadline.
• He was just able to pass the exam with the minimum score required.