Yes and no

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phrase

A phrase used to express a mixed or unclear opinion or response.

Do you think the new policy will make a significant difference? Yes and no.
Visual representation of "yes and no" - A phrase used to express a mixed or unclear opinion or response.

Often appears as...

  • clear as yes and no
  • yes and no question
phrase

To indicate a positive and negative reply at the same time.

Is the movie interesting? Yes and no, it is interesting but also quite slow.
Visual representation of "yes and no" - To indicate a positive and negative reply at the same time.

Often appears as...

  • unsure as yes and no
  • yes and no answer
phrase

To express disagreement or contrast.

You said it was easy, yes - but did you consider the complexities? No!
Visual representation of "yes and no" - To express disagreement or contrast.

Often appears as...

  • yes
  • but no
phrase

In computing, a binary system indicating an affirmative or negative.

In binary logic, '1' stands for 'yes' and '0' stands for 'no'.
Visual representation of "yes and no" - In computing, a binary system indicating an affirmative or negative.

Usage tips

Technical

phrase

A phrase used to express a mixed or unclear opinion or response.

Do you think the new policy will make a significant difference? Yes and no.
Visual representation of "yes and no" - A phrase used to express a mixed or unclear opinion or response.

Often appears as...

  • clear as yes and no
  • yes and no question
phrase

To indicate a positive and negative reply at the same time.

Is the movie interesting? Yes and no, it is interesting but also quite slow.
Visual representation of "yes and no" - To indicate a positive and negative reply at the same time.

Often appears as...

  • unsure as yes and no
  • yes and no answer
phrase

To express disagreement or contrast.

You said it was easy, yes - but did you consider the complexities? No!
Visual representation of "yes and no" - To express disagreement or contrast.

Often appears as...

  • yes
  • but no
phrase

In computing, a binary system indicating an affirmative or negative.

In binary logic, '1' stands for 'yes' and '0' stands for 'no'.
Visual representation of "yes and no" - In computing, a binary system indicating an affirmative or negative.

Usage tips

Technical

Definition 1 of 4
Visual representation of "yes and no"
LampPro Tip 1/2

Mixed Feelings

Use 'yes and no' to show you have good and bad feelings about something.

Illustration for Mixed Feelings
Was the concert good? Yes and no, I loved the music but didn't enjoy the crowd.
LampPro Tip 2/2

Situational Nuance

'Yes and no' suggests the situation isn't simply black or white.

Illustration for Situational Nuance
Is freelancing better than a full-time job? Yes and no; it has its pros and cons.
Visual representation of the word "Yes and no"

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