merely; only; just; nothing but · simply · but; however

I just wish we could leave this horrible place.

What began 21 months ago in the depths of winter cannot end on this autumn night. This victory alone is not the change we seek. It is only the chance for us to make that change. And that cannot happen if we go back to the way things were. It can't happen without you, without a new spirit of service, a new spirit of sacrifice. So let us summon a new spirit of patriotism, of responsibility, where each of us resolves to pitch in and work harder and look after not only ourselves but each other.

Don't be too strict. They're just kids.

I just felt like hearing the sound of your voice.

He has only a superficial knowledge of Japanese.