as in yeah
used to express agreement
yes, I'll be ready for the test tomorrow
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as in affirmative
a vote or decision for something
the bill passed with 50 "yeses" and 12 "noes"
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Recent Examples of yes
Angela Haupt, Time, 15 Jan. 2026
The answer from the advocates was yes, and the explanations given were bizarre.
—Bobby Zirkin, Baltimore Sun, 15 Jan. 2026
Keaton Ross, Oklahoma Watch, 14 Jan. 2026
After receiving four yeses from the judges, the musician rocketed to the top of the reality-competition series, placing third behind acrobatic group Zurcaroh and magician Shin Lim.
—Edward Segarra, USA Today, 2 Jan. 2026
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Adverb
If the answer is yes, schedule a doctor’s appointment.
—Angela Haupt, Time, 15 Jan. 2026
The answer from the advocates was yes, and the explanations given were bizarre.
—Bobby Zirkin, Baltimore Sun, 15 Jan. 2026
Noun
Three yes votes are required to approve parole for nonviolent offenders and recommend the early release of violent offenders to the governor.
—Keaton Ross, Oklahoma Watch, 14 Jan. 2026
After receiving four yeses from the judges, the musician rocketed to the top of the reality-competition series, placing third behind acrobatic group Zurcaroh and magician Shin Lim.
—Edward Segarra, USA Today, 2 Jan. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for yes
Noun
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Lue replied when a reporter answered in the affirmative.—
Peter Sblendorio,
New York Daily News,
8 Jan. 2026
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Deputy Superintendent Derald Davis answered in the affirmative and added that administrative support is being given to those staff members and/or the school site.—
Connye Griffin,
Kansas City Star,
7 Jan. 2026
Adverb
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While most houseplants are tropical in origin and, thus, are happiest when receiving bright, indirect light, a handful actually will do okay in windowless rooms.—
Jenna Sims,
Southern Living,
20 Dec. 2025
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The characters who invest in romance tend to make it out okay, while many of those who can’t commit are left with tragedy.—
Jesse Raub,
The Atlantic,
15 Dec. 2025
Adverb
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Fieri is back alright, though not in the form that fans have come to recognize and adore.—
Ryan Coleman,
Entertainment Weekly,
27 Jan. 2026
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Did alright in the Championship (on loan to Burnley) last season but physicality is an issue.—
Tim Spiers,
New York Times,
2 Jan. 2026
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“Yes.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/yes. Accessed 4 Feb. 2026.
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