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you're

American  
[yoor, yer] / jʊər, jər /
  1. contraction of you are:

    You're certain that's right?


you're British  
/ jɔː, jʊə, jə /

contraction

  1. you are

"Collins English Dictionary — Complete & Unabridged" 2012 Digital Edition © William Collins Sons & Co. Ltd. 1979, 1986 © HarperCollins Publishers 1998, 2000, 2003, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2009, 2012

Usage

See contraction.

Example Sentences

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A new twist on the cottage-core looks that emerged post-pandemic, instead of gingham, wicker bags and sourdough starters, it's all about looking like you're fresh from planting seeds or operating a lawnmower.

From BBC Sep. 21, 2026

You watch one on TikTok and then it seems like you’re in love with yourself.

From The Wall Street Journal Sep. 21, 2026

Whether you’re watching with excitement or hiding under the covers, I hope you have a great evening!

From Slate Sep. 21, 2026

I think you’re giving sort of an Irish setter, maybe.

From Los Angeles Times Sep. 21, 2026

It’s better working, finishing the tilling, and knowing when you’re done, you can be cool in the barn.

From "Will’s Race for Home" by Jewell Parker Rhodes

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