| Element | USE: HEDGING |
|---|---|
| SuperCat | MODALITY |
| SubCat | may |
| Lexical Range | N/A |
| Level | C2 |
| Cando | Can use 'it may be' + '-ed' that as a hedging device when drawing conclusions and summarising, particularly in academic contexts. |
| Corrected Learner Example | On balance, it may be concluded that although international sports competitions do involve such factors as serious and physical strain and commercial gain, their ultimate aim remains unchanged - namely, to find out in a fair way who deserves the title of the winner. (Russia; C2 MASTERY; 2003; Russian; Pass) It may be argued that a child's academic success is crucial to his or her future. (Argentina; C2 MASTERY; 2001; Spanish - Latin American; Pass) It may be argued that the career span of an athlete is quite short and therefore money earned is well deserved. (Greece; C2 MASTERY; 2009; Greek; Pass) |
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| Comments | N/A |
