not yet
/nɒt jɛt/
still not
The project is not yet complete.
The project has not finished.
general
indicating that something has not happened or been done up to the present time
She hasn't arrived yet.
She has not arrived at this time.
The results are not yet available.
The results have not been released or completed.
Often used to indicate that something is expected to happen in the future.
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Usage in Questions
In questions, 'not yet' can be used to ask if something has happened: 'Have you finished yet? Not yet.'
Gold Rule
Negative Context
'Not yet' is always used in negative or interrogative sentences.
Word Origin
Combination of 'not' (negation) and 'yet' (up to the present time).
Usage Notes
Often used in negative sentences to indicate that something has not happened or been completed.
Word Breakdown
not
negation
adverbyet
up to the present time
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