as in yes
used to express agreement
yeah, we'll be there
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for yeah
Adverb
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The answer to your question is yes, add him.—
Stan Son,
New York Times,
5 Mar. 2026 -
If the answer is yes, expect much of Hollywood to follow suit.—
Anne Thompson,
IndieWire,
5 Mar. 2026
Adverb
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All residents are reported okay after a home was damaged by a fire Sunday in Berkley, Michigan.—
Paula Wethington,
CBS News,
16 Feb. 2026
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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
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
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“Yeah.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/yeah. Accessed 8 Mar. 2026.
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