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Old 05-Nov-2007, 18:52
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Why do some modals (which ones) combine to form double modals while other do not?
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They're mostly found in regional variations; guides usually have them down as non-standard: DOUBLE MODAL AUXILIARIES. The Columbia Guide to Standard American English. 1993
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