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for some reason the incorrect usage of can instead of may has become commonplace in modern society. when you say may instead, you sound very polite, refined and intelligent.

may i post this thread?

of course :) what a polite young man!

can i post this thread?

no problem. next please.

can/may for some reason the incorrect usage of can instead of may has become commonplace in modern society. when you say may instead, you sound very polite, refined and intelligent. may i post this thread? of course :) what a polite young man! can i post this thread? no problem. next please.

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I bet you get a lot of quiet stares from people after letting them know this "fact". It's okay, they're just mesmerized by your amazing grasp of advanced language use.

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Since when has correct English become "advanced language use"?

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bitter old boomer

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Nah, I'm older than boomers.