1
as in indeed
not merely this but also
we will go to the new land, and, yea, we will pursue our dreams!
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2
as in yes
used to express agreement
I vote yea on the proposed increase in the school budget
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as in affirmative
a vote or decision for something
the measure passed with 50 yeas and 17 nays
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Recent Examples of yea
Danny Nelson, Fortune, 19 June 2022
Sarah Stein Lubrano, Mercury News, 13 Sep. 2025
At its peak, Armco, which owned the steel plant for almost 90 yeas, was Middletown's biggest employer.
—Victoria Moorwood, The Enquirer, 5 Aug. 2025
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Adverb
Solend governance token-holders who participated voted yea with 97.5% of the vote.
—Danny Nelson, Fortune, 19 June 2022
Noun
Sure, word warfare can nudge us on some issues – like yea or nay on a state infrastructure initiative or a county sales tax or a school district bond.
—Sarah Stein Lubrano, Mercury News, 13 Sep. 2025
At its peak, Armco, which owned the steel plant for almost 90 yeas, was Middletown's biggest employer.
—Victoria Moorwood, The Enquirer, 5 Aug. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for yea
Adverb
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Federico’s walking on rare air, indeed.—
Sean Keeler,
Denver Post,
22 Feb. 2026
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Scale Biu Tsim Kok hill for a panoramic spectacle of Long Ke Wan's untouched beauty, proving that nature, indeed, is the best artist.—
Condé Nast Traveler,
Condé Nast Traveler,
22 Feb. 2026
Adverb
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One of them is to bypass the yes-or-no question and briefly discuss the item instead.—
Quincy Bulin,
Southern Living,
20 Feb. 2026
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Kalshi and Polymarket are both prediction markets where people trade on yes-or-no outcomes of future events across pop culture, sports, and politics.—
Anthony Robledo,
USA Today,
19 Feb. 2026
Noun
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DeRosa answered in the affirmative.—
Ken Rosenthal,
New York Times,
17 Feb. 2026
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Lue replied when a reporter answered in the affirmative.—
Peter Sblendorio,
New York Daily News,
8 Jan. 2026
Adverb
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The sexy space holds just 20 seats at the bar, and definitely pop into the antique confessional in the back for a photo opp.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
21 Feb. 2026
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With notes of caramel, cooked sugar, and butter, this syrup is definitely sweet and would most likely pair well with breakfast staples like pancakes, French toast, or waffles.—
Melinda Salchert,
Southern Living,
20 Feb. 2026
Noun
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The gambit was meant to speed the agency’s approval should the Netflix deal crumble.—
Meg James,
Los Angeles Times,
24 Feb. 2026
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The action forwards the item to the full City Council for approval.—
Jennifer Van Grove,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
24 Feb. 2026
Adverb
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Supporters certainly want to see it, with a strong sense in the stands that he’s been held back more often than set free.—
Gregg Evans,
New York Times,
23 Feb. 2026
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And there was certainly no sign any of the gubernatorial candidates plan to give up, bowing to concerns their large number could divide the Democratic vote and allow a pair of Republicans to slip through and emerge from California’s top-two primary.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
22 Feb. 2026
Adverb
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But things have gotten a little more uptight than alright with Moy’s family.—
Gary Graff,
Billboard,
13 Feb. 2026
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Robinson Briand says her client is alright after seeking medical care following her release, but the damage is lasting.—
Derek James,
CBS News,
5 Feb. 2026
Adverb
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So, coming live from my Van Down By the River, Old Prospector's pickaxe in my right hand, Cowbell in my left, Opera Man wig on my head, El Nino thundering away above it, here are the eight footballers who could, nay should, host SNL.—
SI.com,
SI.com,
9 Oct. 2019
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And journalists who actually do their jobs are nay-saying trouble-makers who have the temerity to not rely on press releases.—
Ed Yong,
Discover Magazine,
26 May 2012
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“Yea.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/yea. Accessed 25 Feb. 2026.
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