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The document provides examples and explanations for how the words "just", "yet", "still", and "already" are used with the present perfect tense. It explains that these words are used to indicate the present moment or time frame relative to the present. For example, "just" means a short time ago, "yet" means not at any time until now, "still" emphasizes something that hasn't happened yet, and "already" means before now or earlier than expected. The document includes examples for each word and when they are placed within a sentence. It then provides an exercise for the reader to test their understanding of using these words with the present perfect.

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How To Use Just, Yet, Still and Already With

The document provides examples and explanations for how the words "just", "yet", "still", and "already" are used with the present perfect tense. It explains that these words are used to indicate the present moment or time frame relative to the present. For example, "just" means a short time ago, "yet" means not at any time until now, "still" emphasizes something that hasn't happened yet, and "already" means before now or earlier than expected. The document includes examples for each word and when they are placed within a sentence. It then provides an exercise for the reader to test their understanding of using these words with the present perfect.

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NAME________________________________________DATE____/______/________

HOW TO USE JUST, YET, STILL AND ALREADY WITH

THE PRESENT PERFECT

Look at these examples to see how just, yet, still and already are used.

I've just seen Sai. He's really enjoying his new job.
We haven't decided what to do yet.
I still haven't called Yumi to see how she is.
I've already had lunch but I'll join you for coffee.

Try this exercise to test your grammar.

They say they posted it two weeks ago but it _____ hasn't arrived.
yet
still
already

I haven't found a flat _____. Everything around here is so expensive.


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yet
still
I've _____ seen this film. Let's watch something else.
yet
still
already
A: Is Al here? B: Oh, he's _____ left, I'm afraid.
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yet
still
Have they finished painting your house _____?
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yet
still
He's only 22 and he's _____ written a best-selling book.
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already
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They said they'd have the results yesterday but they _____ haven't phoned.
yet
already
still
I'm sure she's on her way. I've ____ seen her in reception.
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yet
still

Read the explanation to learn more.

Grammar explanation

We often use just, yet, still and already with the present perfect because they are
related to the present moment. This page focuses on the meaning and use of
these words when they are used with the present perfect.

just

Just used with the present perfect means 'a short time before'.

I've just seen Susan coming out of the cinema.


Mike's just called. Can you ring him back, please?
Have you just taken my pen?!

Just comes between the auxiliary verb (have/has) and the past participle.

yet

Yet used with the present perfect means 'at any time up to now'. We use it to
emphasise that we expect something to happen soon. Yet (in this context) is only
used in negative sentences and questions.

Have you finished your homework yet?


I haven't finished it yet. I'll do it after dinner.
A. Where's Sam? B: He hasn't arrived yet.

Yet comes at the end of the sentence or question.

still
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Still used with the present perfect means that something hasn't happened. We use
it to emphasise that we expected the thing to happen earlier. Still (in this context) is
only used in negative sentences.

I've been waiting for an hour and the bus still hasn't come.
They promised me that report yesterday but they still haven't finished it.
She still hasn't replied to my email. Maybe she's on holiday.

Still comes between the subject (the bus, they, etc.) and auxiliary verb
(haven't/hasn't).

already

Already used with the present perfect means 'before now'. We use it to emphasise
that something happened before something else or earlier than expected.

I've already spent my salary and it's two weeks before payday.
He wanted to see Sudden Risk but I've already seen it.
The train's left already!

Already can come between the auxiliary and the main verb or at the end of the
clause.

Do this exercise to test your grammar again.

She told me they sent the exam results last week but mine _____ haven't arrived.
yet
still
already
Have you eaten _____? If not, we can go to that new Italian place.
yet
just
still
Have they _____ finished redecorating your house? That was quick!
yet
still
already
I haven't seen the new Marvel film _____. Do you want to go and see it this week?
just
yet
still
Oh, what I surprise! I've _____ seen your sister. Is your whole family here too?
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yet
still
It's her birthday tomorrow and I _____ haven't got her a present.
just
yet
still

I doubt he wants to sell that phone. He's only _____ bought it.
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still
already
I called to make an offer on the flat but it's _____ been sold.
yet
still
already

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