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单词 might
释义 might

might /maɪt/

modal verb (ALSO may) (INTRODUCE)
F0 used to introduce a statement that is very different from the statement you really want to make, in order to compare the two: » Leeds might be an excellent team, but today they played appallingly.Thesaurus+: ↑Connecting words which express a contrastCommon mistake: might! Might is followed by an infinitive verb without 'to'.! Don't say 'might does something', say might do something: This year's group might includes several vegetarians.» This year's group might include several vegetarians.
modal verb (MAY)
F0 PAST SIMPLE OF the verb may, used especially when reporting what someone has said, thought, asked, etc.: » I brought him some sandwiches because I thought he might be hungry.» Very politely the little boy asked if he might have another piece of cake (= he said "May I have another piece of cake, please?").
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Extra Examples:» "I thought you might have helped, " she replied peevishly.» He wrote to me last week regarding a business proposition he thought might interest me.» Jan hasn't got a ticket but I thought we might sneak her in.» I suggested that a cup of tea might settle her stomach.» I've brought with me an article from yesterday's paper that I thought might amuse you.Common mistake: might! Might is followed by an infinitive verb without 'to'.! Don't say 'might does something', say might do something: This year's group might includes several vegetarians.» This year's group might include several vegetarians.
modal verb (POSSIBILITY)
A2 used to express the possibility that something will happen or be done, or that something is true although not very likely: » I might come and visit you in America next year, if I can save enough money.» Don't go any closer - it might be dangerous/it mightn't be safe.» Driving so fast, he might have had a nasty accident (= it could have happened but it did not).» The rain might have stopped by now.Thesaurus+: ↑AchievableThesaurus+: ↑Possible and probable
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Extra Examples:» He hesitated before ringing her, fearful of what she might say.» I waited in all evening in the fond hope that he might call.» I might go along to the party later.» You should hang onto that painting - it might be valuable one day.» Keep a lookout for small objects that a baby might swallow.Common mistake: might! Might is followed by an infinitive verb without 'to'.! Don't say 'might does something', say might do something: This year's group might includes several vegetarians.» This year's group might include several vegetarians.
modal verb (SHOULD)
F0 used to suggest, especially angrily, what someone should do to be pleasant, correct, polite, etc.: » You might at least try to look like you're enjoying yourself!» "I've asked the boss to dinner tonight." "Well, you might have warned me!"Thesaurus+: ↑Suggestions and proposalsCommon mistake: might! Might is followed by an infinitive verb without 'to'.! Don't say 'might does something', say might do something: This year's group might includes several vegetarians.» This year's group might include several vegetarians.
modal verb (SUGGESTION)
C1 used to make a suggestion or suggest a possibility in a polite way: » You might like to try a little more basil in the sauce next time.» I thought you might like to join me for dinner.Thesaurus+: ↑Polite expressions
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Extra Examples:» You might like to stay an extra night.» You might prefer a stronger drink?» I thought you might like to consider a holiday.Common mistake: might! Might is followed by an infinitive verb without 'to'.! Don't say 'might does something', say might do something: This year's group might includes several vegetarians.» This year's group might include several vegetarians.
modal verb UK FORMAL (PERMISSION)
F0 used as a more polite form of may when asking for permission: » Might I ask a question?» I wonder if I might have a quick look at your newspaper?Thesaurus+: ↑Making appeals and requests
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Extra Examples:» Might I borrow your pen?» He asked if he might accompany her.» Might I sit with you?Common mistake: might! Might is followed by an infinitive verb without 'to'.! Don't say 'might does something', say might do something: This year's group might includes several vegetarians.» This year's group might include several vegetarians.
noun [U]
F0 power, strength, or force: » Pizarro defeated the might of the Inca Empire with only a few hundred men.» She struggled with all her might to get free.Thesaurus+: ↑Power to control
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