A Concise Dictionary of Correct English by Phythian B. A

A Concise Dictionary of Correct English by Phythian B. A

Author:Phythian, B. A.
Language: eng
Format: epub, pdf
ISBN: 9781442233874
Publisher: Philosophical Library (R&L)


Such uses are rather literary, however, and an infinitive is usually preferred :

He is going to university to become an engineer.

4. to express a wish:

May you both be very happy.

Long may she reign.

5. in questions, to emphasise the uncertainty:

Who may he be?

Might is also found colloquially in the present tense to suggest action:

On your way home, you might call at the post-office

or to complain of neglect of duty:

You might help with the washing-up.

It similarly softens the tone:

Might I say something?



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