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yet
adverb(yet)
used after a superlative
Synonyms: so far,
Examples:
The largest drug bust yet.
yet
adverb(yet)
to a greater degree or extent; used with comparisons
Synonyms: even, still,
Examples:
A yet sadder tale.
yet
adverb(yet)
despite anything to the contrary (usually preceding a concession)
Synonyms: all the same, at the same time, even so, however, nevertheless, nonetheless, notwithstanding, still, withal,
Examples:
He was a stern yet fair master.
yet
adverb(yet)
within an indefinite time or at an unspecified future time
Synonyms: in time,
Examples:
He longed for the flowers that were yet to show themselves.
yet
adverb(yet)
used in negative statement to describe a situation that has existed up to this point or up to the present time
Synonyms: as yet, heretofore, hitherto, so far, thus far, til now, until now, up to now,
Examples:
The sun isn't up yet.

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