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Anonymous Posted 17 years ago
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Already and Yet
Hi. I think there is a difference between the two. I think the first sentence with the word "already" requires some prior context to lay out the situation that will sort of make it right to use the word "already." As with no. 2, I think the word "yet" with present perfect correct (OK?) in just about any normal sentential situations.
1. Have you done your homework already?
2. Have you done your homework yet?
1. Have you done your homework already?
2. Have you done your homework yet?
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Hi Anon Sentence 1 might be used to express surprise over the fact that "your homework" is apparently already done. In this case, the word "already" would most likely be stressed. So, yes, context would be helpful.
- Hi Anon Sentence 1 might be used to express surprise over the fact that "your homework" is apparently already done.
- In this case, the word "already" would most likely be stressed.
- So, yes, context would be helpful.
- Sentence 2 is a straightforward yes/no question.
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Hi Anon
Sentence 1 might be used to express surprise over the fact that "your homework" is apparently already done. In this case, the word "already" would most likely be stressed. So, yes, context would be helpful.
Sentence 2 is a straightforward yes/no question.
Sentence 1 might be used to express surprise over the fact that "your homework" is apparently already done. In this case, the word "already" would most likely be stressed. So, yes, context would be helpful.
Sentence 2 is a straightforward yes/no question.
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