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Modal auxiliary verbs are a special type of auxiliary verb, used mainly to express ability, likelihood, permission, and obligation. These include 'will', 'would', 'can', 'could', 'shall', 'should', 'may', 'might', 'must', 'ought', 'need', and 'dare'. Please do not use this tag for the non-modal auxiliaries 'be', 'have', or 'do'.

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I will say he is 60 years old

Simple answer? Yes they are all correct. I see only slight differences, which are not always intended. B1 is a simple statement. B2 is a conditional statement, suggesting that you vaguely admit to a l …
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MUST with the continuous infinitive (obligation)

Must expresses obligation and necessity Must expresses strong obligation and necessity: "I must talk to you about the new project." "Seat belts must be worn even in the back of the car." Cambridge di …
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