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Modals: May (2) #Grammar #Modal
Use cases of may include but are not limited to:
• Admitting the truth of something, then introduce another contrasting point.
• An event that expresses the goal or purpose of an action.
• Giving advice that usually leads to a better outcome.
• Describing the potential consequences under the law.
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They had to cancel the event because of the terrific weather. #Error
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hectic #Vocabulary
/ˈhek.tɪk/ adjective: very busy
It has been a hectic year for sure, but at least our hard work paid off.
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I don't usually talk with customer support as it is just a waste of mine time. #Error
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Modals: May (1) #Grammar #Modal
• Subject + may + 1st form of Verb + Object
• Negative: Subject + may not + 1st form of Verb + Object
• Question: May + Subject + 1st form of Verb + Object
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Although it may seem negligible, but grammar plays an important role in helping us to understand something. #Error
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Intelligence #Idioms
• be quick/slow off the mark: to be quick/slow to act or react to an event or a situation
• to the manner born: naturally at ease
• when all is said and done: tell someone the most important fact after considering everything
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Don't get blindly perceived by attractive posts, and be rational with the decisions you make. #Error
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Modals: Could (2) #Grammar #Modal
Use cases of could include but are not limited to:
• To express annoyance.
• To exaggerate.
• Used in reported speech (can).
• An event that shows one possible result or explanation.
• An event that feels uniquely targeted at someone.
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The discount is only applicable to selected products and members only. #Error
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deteriorate #Vocabulary
/dɪˈtɪə.ri.ə.reɪt/ verb: become worse
The quality of the products continues to deterioriate, and now I have lost faith in the brand.
Word forms:
• deterioration (noun)
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The opening ceremony will start with speeches, follow by performances. #Error
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Modals: Could (1) #Grammar #Modal
• Subject + could + 1st form of Verb + Object
• Negative: Subject + couldn't/could not + 1st form of Verb + Object
• Question: Could + Subject + 1st form of Verb + Object
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Users are no longer require to create an account to use the feature. #Error
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Plan #Idioms
• in the pipeline: being planned
• put the cart before the horse: to do things in the wrong order
• watch this space: exciting change are to be expected
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Without you help, we might not be able to find the solution at all. #Error
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Modals: Can (2) #Grammar #Modal
Use cases of can include but are not limited to:
• Being permitted to do something.
• Telling the fact.
• Suggesting something.
• Requesting for help.
• Asking for permission.
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A friend of me recommends this place, it's expensive but the experience is overall good. #Error
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despise #Vocabulary
/dɪˈspaɪz/ verb: strongly dislike for someone or something
She despises working with selfish people.
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Among these two styles, I will go with the second option because I think it suits me better. #Error
