How can we use “could” in a sentence?

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We use could to show that something is possible, but not certain: They could come by car. (= Maybe they will come by car.) They could be at home.
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that something is possible, but not certain: They could come by car. (= Maybe they will come by car.) They could be at home.
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We use could to show that something is possible, but not certain: They could come by car. (= Maybe they will come by car.) They could be at home.
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We use could to show that something is possible, but not certain: They could come by car. (= Maybe they will come by car.) They could be at home.
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Could is majorly used where you ask for the permission for doing anything more formally or with respect. Could I please borrow your car.
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Could" is a modal verb used to express past ability, possibility, permission, or polite requests. For example: "She could speak French fluently when she was younger
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"Could" is primarily used to indicate past ability or possibility, as well as polite requests or suggestions. For example, "She could speak French when she was younger," or "Could you pass the salt, please?"
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"Could" is primarily used to indicate past ability or possibility, as well as polite requests or suggestions. For example, "She could speak French when she was younger," or "Could you pass the salt, please?" read less
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We use could to show that something is possible, but not certain: They could come by car. (= Maybe they will come by car.) They could be at home.
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