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yes

/jɛs/ interjection C2
  1. An exclamation of pleasure or approval, usually transcribed with an exclamation point. · Our second goal of the match! Yes!
  2. Response that confirms that the user is paying attention.
  3. Used to ask for more information with a request. · I need some help. Yes?
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“Yes, my dear father,” replied Edmond, smiling at his father’s astonishment at the excessive honor paid to his son.
The Count of Monte Cristo, p. 17 · C1
“Yes, but to be captain one must do a little flattery to one’s patrons.”
The Count of Monte Cristo, p. 17 · C1
‘You at Marseilles?’—‘Yes,’ says he.
The Count of Monte Cristo, p. 16 · C1
“Yes, to be sure I am.
The Count of Monte Cristo, p. 16 · C1

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