yes yet

USAGE SUMMARY

The phrase "yes yet" is not standard or commonly used in written English.
It may be used in informal contexts to express a contradiction or to emphasize a point, but it lacks clarity and can be confusing. Example: "I thought you were done with the project, but yes yet, you still have more to do."

News & Media

Human-verified examples from authoritative sources

Exact Expressions

29 human-written examples

The other official said, "We're making progress but it's not a yes yet".

The New York Times

It may just mean they haven't seen a strong enough reason to say yes yet.

The Guardian

A poll by Ipsos Mori released at the beginning of Tuesday night's debate reported the company's highest support for yes yet, at 42%.

The Guardian

More likely challengers are Michael Laudrup's Spartak, bolstered by the arrival of the Brazilian forward Alex (yes, yet another one) from Internacional, who should add a much-needed creative spark to a side who had been solid but unspectacular.

The Guardian - Sport

Bold claims — yes — yet there is no government spending required to implement this plan and it should increase innovation spending by 25X!

TechCrunch

Says Lauerman, who will serve as CEO, Weinberg isn't being constrained to any form or prototype for the website, whose technical underpinnings include the content management system and (yes, yet another Lerer investment) RebelMouse.

TechCrunch

Human-verified similar examples from authoritative sources

Similar Expressions

30 human-written examples

The Liberals also campaigned keenly for a yes vote, yet a good third of those who generally back them said boo to the party's leaders over the euro.

The Economist

Depressing, yes, and yet here I am, acting as Oscar Wilde in a play about three queens with a lot of nude boys on stage, with a normal theatre-going crowd not judging it in a shocked way at all.

The Guardian - Film

This way you are always ready to tuck in, but you can stop loathing yourself when you have to say yes to yet another plastic fork.

Vice

Being a web developer, like many other human endeavors, is prone to irrational arguments, emotional overreach and yes, unfounded yet long-standing myths.

Huffington Post

He called Simon "Captain", yes, unaccountably yet helpfully because you instantly knew everything about Clive, soup to (let's not think about it) nuts, and was tempted to advise his young "captain" into "boxes".

The Guardian - TV & Radio

Expert writing Tips

Best practice

When using "yes yet", ensure the contrast is clear and adds meaningful nuance to your statement. Overuse can lead to confusion.

Common error

Avoid using "yes yet" when the contrasting element is weak or unclear. This can make your writing seem uncertain or contradictory.

Linguistic Context

The phrase "yes yet" primarily functions as a conjunction, linking an affirmative response with a contrasting or qualifying statement. It's used to acknowledge a point while simultaneously introducing a reservation or alternative perspective.

Expression frequency: Uncommon

Frequent in

News & Media

80%

Formal & Business

10%

Science

5%

Less common in

Academia

2%

Encyclopedias

2%

Wiki

1%

Ludwig's WRAP-UP

In summary, the phrase "yes yet" is an uncommon conjunction used to introduce a contrast after an affirmation. Ludwig AI marks it as acceptable but potentially confusing. While grammatically permissible, "yes yet" is best used sparingly and with clear context, favoring alternatives like "yes, but" or "yes, however" in most cases. Its usage spans across News & Media contexts primarily. It is important to make sure the contrasting element is obvious when using "yes yet".

More alternative expressions

Phrases that express similar concepts, ordered by semantic similarity:

yes but

Introduces a contrast or limitation to the affirmation.

yes however

Indicates a stronger contrast than "yes but".

yes although

Similar to "yes but", but with a focus on conceding a point.

yes still

Highlights the persistence of something despite the affirmation.

yes even so

Emphasizes that something remains true despite the preceding statement.

yes and

Adds additional information or a related point to the affirmation.

yes in addition

Formally introduces an additional point after the affirmation.

yes furthermore

Similar to "yes in addition", but with a stronger emphasis.

yes that said

Introduces a contrasting or qualifying statement after the affirmation.

yes be that as it may

A more formal and emphatic way of acknowledging a point before introducing a contrast.

FAQs

How can I use "yes yet" in a sentence?

You can use "yes yet" to introduce a contrasting element after an affirmation. For instance, "Yes, the project is complete, yet there are still some minor adjustments to be made."

What's the difference between "yes but" and "yes yet"?

"Yes but" is a more common and direct way to introduce a contrast. "Yes yet" can sometimes feel more literary or nuanced but should be used carefully to avoid ambiguity. Check also "yes however".

Is "yes yet" grammatically correct?

While not strictly incorrect, "yes yet" is less common than alternatives like "yes, but" or "yes, however". Ludwig AI states the phrase may be used in informal contexts, but lacks clarity and can be confusing.

What can I say instead of "yes yet"?

Alternatives include "yes however", "yes although", or a simple "yes, but" depending on the context.