It’s just not vs It’s not just

Both phrases are correct, but they have different meanings and usage. 'It's just not' is used to emphasize a negative statement, while 'it's not just' is used to introduce additional information or to emphasize the importance of something. They are not interchangeable as they convey different nuances.

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This phrase is correct and commonly used in English to emphasize a negative statement.

"It’s just not"

This phrase is used to strongly emphasize a negative statement or to express a firm denial. It is often used in informal conversations.

Examples:

It's just not possible.
It's just not fair.

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It's just not normal, this behavior.
It's just not as much fun as saving the girl.
It's just not in any guidebooks.
It's just not a good poster, Jay.
It's just not safe anymore... especially for you.
It's just not interesting neurally.
It's just not much of a getaway vehicle.
It's just not safe for a woman by herself.
It's just not the chemistry that...
It's just not my thing.
It's just not long enough to establish the necessary trust.
It's just not a very inspired career choice.
It's just not working anymore.
It's just not that simple, Amelia.
It's just not working out.
It's just not safe for Marcus outside of containment.
It's just not that kind of show.
It's just not my world.
It's just not the day to have the argument.
It's just not the day to have the argument.

Alternatives:

It simply isn't
It really isn't
It just isn't
It's not
It's not possible

This phrase is correct and commonly used in English to introduce additional information or to emphasize the importance of something.

"It’s not just"

This phrase is used to introduce additional information or to emphasize the importance of a particular aspect of a situation. It is often used to provide context or to highlight a specific point.

Examples:

It's not just about the money.
It's not just a job, it's a passion.

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It's not just Linux-powered consumer devices.
It's not just the monster.
It's not just the wolves circling the corral.
It's not just the trees.
It's not just the memories they built.
It's not just restaurants and actors that worry about bad reviews.
It's not just a matter of firing a few workers.
It's not just a difference in ideology.
It's not just a convention, Mary.
It's not just a beer.
It's not just a bat, Cassie.
It's not just for boys, Castle.
It's not just the whole Annie thing...
It's not just Mr. Minobe.
It's not just the matinée.
It's not just this performance.
It's not just for undocumented people.
It's not just truth it wants.
It's not just any water bottle.
It's not just an isolated attack on some polls.

Alternatives:

It's not only
It's more than just
It's not simply
It's not merely
It's not solely

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