• I might go to the party.

• They might not arrive today.

• We may have some problems.

• She may not like the dress.

​We also use may/might + infinitive to talk about future possibilities.

​Use may/might + infinitive
to talk about probable situations.

May, Might, Will

• May I sit here?

• May I open the window?

The question form with might is rare.

The question form with may is used for asking permission. (it is a very polite form)

Do not use contractions with might not and may not.

• I will be home at 9 p.m. tonight.

• She won't come here tomorrow.

• Will they win the game?

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​Use will + infinitive to talk about a future prediction.


The negative of will is won't
(or will not).

In spoken English, use the contracted form of will ('ll) in positive sentences.
Do not use it in questions.

• I'll be home at 9 p.m. tonight.

• She'll get a better opportunity next time.

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lt is common to use:
S + think/don't think + will

• I think she'll get the job.

• I don't think I'll go to college next year.

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