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Compare and contrast the usage of 'may' and 'might' in the following two sentences, focusing on the nuance of possibility: a) "It may rain today; the sky is getting dark." b) "It might rain today, but the clouds are very thin."
What do the additional clauses ("the sky is getting dark" vs. "the clouds are very thin") tell you about the degree of possibility?
You want to politely ask your boss for permission to take a day off. Formulate the question using the most appropriate modal verb discussed, and briefly explain why it's the best choice in this context.
Which modal is highlighted for formal permission?
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