could
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- cou’d (obsolete)
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could
- Simple past of can.
- Before I was blind, I could see very well.
- Used to politely ask for permission to do something.
- Could I borrow your coat?
- Used to politely ask for someone else to do something.
- Could you proof read this email?
- Used to show the possibility that something might happen.
- We could rearrange the time if you like.
- Used to suggest something.
- You could try adding more salt to the soup.
