Just like that
adverb
Instantly or suddenly.
She hugged him and then, just like that, she was gone.
Often appears as...
- finish just like that
- change just like that
adverb
Without any extra difficulty, step or issue.
Just fix the software bug, just like that.
Often appears as...
- fix it just like that
- find it just like that
adverb
In the exact way mentioned.
Follow my instructions, just like that.
Often appears as...
- follow just like that
- do it just like that
adverb
Instantly or suddenly.
She hugged him and then, just like that, she was gone.
Often appears as...
- finish just like that
- change just like that
adverb
Without any extra difficulty, step or issue.
Just fix the software bug, just like that.
Often appears as...
- fix it just like that
- find it just like that
adverb
In the exact way mentioned.
Follow my instructions, just like that.
Often appears as...
- follow just like that
- do it just like that
Definition 1 of 3
Pro Tip 1/3Quick Transition
Use it to express a rapid change that catches people by surprise.
He was here, and just like that, he vanished!
Pro Tip 2/3Dramatic Effect
Adds drama to a story, showing a sudden or unexpected event.
I won the lottery, just like that!
Pro Tip 3/3Conversation Shift
Signals a quick change in conversation topics without a transition.
We were talking about weather, and just like that, the topic changed to politics.
Never forget "Just like that"
Humans forget easily. That's why you should download WordUp: Smart reminders, word games, AI practice, and much more!
WordUp Chrome Extension
As you browse the web instantly look up words you don’t know.
Get Chrome Extension