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English *adverb*: yet
1.	yet up to the present time
		Samples	I have yet to see the results. Details are yet to be worked out.

2.	yet used in negative statement to describe a situation that has existed up to this point or up to the present time
		Samples	So far he hasn't called. The sun isn't up yet.
		Synonyms	as yet, heretofore, hitherto, so far, thus far, til now, until now, up to now

3.	yet to a greater degree or extent; used with comparisons
		Samples	Looked sick and felt even worse. An even (or still) more interesting problem. Still another problem must be solved. A yet sadder tale.
		Synonyms	even, still

4.	yet within an indefinite time or at an unspecified future time
		Samples	He longed for the flowers that were yet to show themselves. Sooner or later you will have to face the facts. In time they came to accept the harsh reality.
		Synonyms	in time

5.	yet used after a superlative
		Samples	This is the best so far. The largest drug bust yet.
		Synonyms	so far

6.	yet despite anything to the contrary (usually following a concession)
		Samples	Although I'm a little afraid, however I'd like to try it. While we disliked each other, nevertheless we agreed. He was a stern yet fair master. Granted that it is dangerous, all the same I still want to go.
		Synonyms	all the same, even so, however, nevertheless, nonetheless, notwithstanding, still, withal

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