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yet
01
up until the current or given time
Examples
She has been studying for hours, and she is n't finished yet.
The results of the experiment are inconclusive; we do n't have a conclusion yet.
02
at the present moment, often used in negative or interrogative contexts to emphasize immediacy
Examples
I 'm not ready yet!
Has the mail arrived yet?
03
for a time still to come
Examples
She plans to stay in her job for a while yet.
The old traditions will endure for years yet.
04
up to a particular point in time
Examples
He has yet completed three marathons this year.
I have lived in this city for five years yet and have loved every moment.
05
at some future time or eventually
Examples
The cure could yet be found.
She 'll prove them wrong yet.
Examples
This movie is good, but the sequel is yet better.
His explanation was clear, but the teacher 's was yet clearer.
07
used to introduce a contrasting fact or idea
Examples
The plan was flawed, yet effective.
The story is simple, yet profound.
08
used after a superlative
09
continuing without change from past to present
Old useExamples
The ancient oaks yet stand guard o'er the ruined keep.
Thy love yet burns bright in mine heart, though years have passed.
yet
01
used to add a statement that is surprising compared to what has just been said
Examples
He had all the required qualifications, yet he did n't get the job.
She studied hard for the exam, yet she did n't perform well.
