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Old 14-May-2008, 02:47
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Default Re: Modal verbs

You can use it if the conditional is understood.

We may need someone to work a double shift tonight.
I could do it. (Unstated: If it turns out that you do need this. or If no one else volunteers)

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If the conditional is understood.
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