As yet

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adverb

Until now or until the point in time under discussion.

As yet, no one has claimed responsibility for the attack.
Visual representation of "as yet" - Until now or until the point in time under discussion

Often appears as...

  • as yet unknown
  • as yet undefined
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Temporal Context

Use 'as yet' to highlight that something hasn't happened before the current moment or a specific time mentioned.

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There's as yet no decision on the new policy.
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Expectation of Change

'As yet' often implies that the situation may change in the future.

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As yet, we haven't seen any results, but we're hopeful.
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Uncertainty Emphasis

Use 'as yet' to emphasize uncertainty or lack of information about something.

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The outcome is as yet unclear.
Visual representation of the word "As yet"

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