yet
Usage
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Yet implies that in spite of a preceding concession, there is still a chance for a different outcome: We are going; yet (“in spite of all, some day”), we shall return. Still implies that in spite of a preceding concession, something must be considered as possible or even inevitable: We have to go on foot; still (“it is probable and possible that”), we'll get there. Nevertheless implies a concession that should not be forgotten in making a summing up: We are going; nevertheless (“do not forget that”), we shall return. But marks an opposition or contrast, though in a casual way: We are going, but we shall return. However indicates a less marked opposition, but displays a second consideration to be compared with the first: We are going; however (“notice this also”), we shall return.
Example Sentences
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Formal identification of the man who died has not yet taken place and the police said efforts were ongoing to trace his next of kin.
From BBC
Though it has had several promising test flights, SpaceX hasn’t yet sent its giant rocket called Starship fully into orbit.
Lyon prosecutors have yet to give details on the circumstances of the killing.
From Barron's
Despite those high stakes, however, the race doesn’t seem to have generated much voter interest, at least not yet.
From Los Angeles Times
And yet she was alone, asking strangers to come save her.
From Los Angeles Times
From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.
