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What does it mean?
A hesitant but repeated agreement to something, indicating delay or careful consideration.
In plain terms
Yes, but not right now, repeated with hesitation.
What can you take from it?
Agreement can be given gradually rather than all at once.

Where it applies

  • negotiation
  • romance
  • making decisions

Putting it to work

  • setting boundaries
  • delaying commitments
  • expressing feelings

Questions to consider

  • When do you say yes?
  • Why delay agreement?

Another view

It may signal uncertainty rather than true consent.

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