just as ... as ...

phrase
  1. A phrase used to indicate that two things are equal in a certain way or to the same degree. phrase
    She is just as talented as her brother.
    The new model is just as efficient as the old one.
  2. Used to emphasize that one thing is exactly the same in degree or extent as another. phrase
    He was just as surprised as I was when he heard the news.
    The dessert was just as delicious as it looked.