might

Example Sentences

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“We are in a situation that might worsen, where indeed, demand reduction is necessary.”

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 6, 2026

Earlier reports suggested the missing crew member might be in the mountainous area of Kohgiluyeh and Boyer-Ahmad province, in the southwestern regions of Iran.

From BBC • Apr. 5, 2026

Researchers found that a drug already used to treat HIV might be able to interfere with this process, offering a new option for patients who currently have very limited treatment choices.

From Science Daily • Apr. 5, 2026

The story has since gained traction because it was reported by mainstream outlets, lending an unusual layer of legitimacy to what might otherwise be dismissed as a fringe anecdote.

From Salon • Apr. 5, 2026

He might as well have opened the gate.

From "The Undead Fox of Deadwood Forest" by Aubrey Hartman