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can (KAN) (auxiliary verb)
To be able to do something, to have the ability to do something: Luke is sure that if he studies hard enough he can pass the exams at school tomorrow.
may (MAY) (auxiliary verb)
1. To be allowed or permitted to do something: Mary said, "You may tell me your opinion, but that doesn't mean that I will change my mind."
2. Used to indicate that something is possible or probable: Greg mentioned, "If you work hard now, you may end up sitting in the supervisor's chair some day.
May (MAY) (noun)
When capitalized, the fifth month on the Julian calendar: Carol's garden is always spectacular during the month of May just before the weather becomes really hot.
might (MIGHT) (auxiliary verb)
1. Used to express that something is possible: Mrs. Smith said, "We might go if they ask us, but then again we might not."
2. Used to talk about a possible condition that does not or did not actually exist: Steve said, "If you were older, you might understand what your mother is talking about."

Do you think it might be possible that I may write my examination tomorrow? I know I can study tonight and be ready by then.

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might (MIGHT) (noun)
1. Power, authority, or bodily strength: The mayor could use the might of his office to approve the budget for the parade.

The might of the bull was such that he could pull the heavily loaded wagon with ease.

might (MIGHT) (verb)
1. As an auxiliary verb, it is used to express probability or permission: The supervisor might report the malfunctioning machine to the head office.
2. Utilized as an alternative expression for "should", "could", and "may": Greg said, "Sam, you might consider making a different choice."
mite (MIGHT) (noun)
Any of a number of very small spider-like bugs which are often parasitic, can invade or infest foods, plants, or animals and may be disease carrying: That bite from a mite on Karen's foot itches a lot.
mite (MIGHT) (adjective)
1. Pertaining to something very small; such as, a coin: Susana carries a mite penny in her pocket for good luck.
2. To a small degree, somewhat, or slightly: The box could stand to be a mite size bigger.

Linda said, "This is a mite embarrassment, but Jeff needs to tell you something."

The might of the mite should not be underestimated.

Units related to: “might
(Greek: a suffix; to govern, to rule; government, strength, power, might, authority)
(Latin: wealth, wealthy, rich [power, might; abundance, plenty])