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he may need vs he may needs

The correct phrase is 'he may need.' The verb 'need' is used in its base form after modal verbs like 'may.' Adding an 's' to 'needs' is correct when writing 'he needs' without 'may', but it is incorrect in this context.
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This phrase is correct and commonly used in English.

"he may need"

This phrase is used to express a possibility or likelihood that someone requires something. The verb 'need' remains in its base form after the modal verb 'may.'

Examples:

  • He may need some help with his homework.
  • She may need to rest after a long day.
  • They may need more time to complete the project.
  • Sep 30, 2022 ... (He may need balancing.) Card Idea. Happy Jam: When a Happy Jam ability is activated, all Happy Jam abilities are activated.
  • Nov 23, 2015 ... He may need not to go. (which is probably less common) means something like "It is possible that he will find that he must not go.".
  • Apr 15, 2023 ... We think he may need braces. r/WhatsWrongWithYourCat - a close up of a cat. Upvote 4.1K
  • Dec 29, 2023 ... 3428 likes, 183 comments - fooliganvlogs on December 29, 2023: "The CR500 is ready for Spring but he may need a brother…
  • Help Graham with his recovery ! He may need surgery and loose vision in his eye! Anything helps ! · About this fundraiser · Organized by · Comments (1) · Donations ...
  • Jan 14, 2024 ... White House National Security spokesman John Kirby on Sunday said U.S. Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin's doctors think he may need additional ...
  • Jul 30, 2022 ... Pope Francis Says He May Need to Consider 'Stepping Aside' Following Trip to Canada. "I don't think I can keep traveling with the same rhythm ...
  • Dec 23, 2016 ... That was traumatic enough. The information we received from the doctors over the next few days was upsetting: he may need heart surgery, he may ...
  • Jul 3, 2023 ... He may need a cold shower. Because of the heat. tcw obi wan kenobi commander cody codywan “bench press me” -cody's internal monologue.
  • Oct 18, 2024 ... Trump Admits He May Need Nikki to the Rescue. GENDER GAP. Even though he still boasts of beating the former SC governor in her own state. “I ...

This phrase is incorrect in English. The verb 'need' should not have an 's' added to it after the modal verb 'may.'

"he may needs"

  • Oct 3, 2024 ... He may needs some damage nerfs and I think his db3 has too much pushback on hit. Other than that, he's in a pretty good spot. Upvote 2
  • Oct 10, 2009 ... He may needs pain meds and if the mouth is injured he may need antibiotics. Youd did a great job washing off his feet rgith away! Dr Karen.
  • Jul 1, 2024 ... He may needs a BTE (Behind the ear style) since they have more power and is popular with people with severe to profound loss. I have Phonak ...
  • If he is not getting relief with his medication, you will want to contact his medical professional, i.e. doctor to see if perhaps he may needs some other ...
  • Dec 8, 2021 ... ... Holidays!!! 3 yrs. 1. Michelle Zuppo Hill. Jason looks like he may needs to eat!!!! 3 yrs. Brandi Scott. Looks like Jason missed leg day. 3 yrs.
  • Oct 1, 2021 ... Huh, why he may needs that ADC? As I see, he never tried to measure reviewed stuff, to rip a vinyl he needs Cosmos APU as well. https ...
  • Apr 18, 2011 ... Although your dad is not on medications, he may needs some now. I feel a thorough evaluation by his internist and definitely get him a ...
  • Jun 15, 2016 ... He may needs a person, that is not boring and has his interests. Though it would be nice if she is as crazy as he is and they define 'Chaos ...
  • Jan 10, 2022 ... He may needs more hens in the future, but it sounds fine now. The set up sounds fine too. He is getting bullied, but will likely assert ...

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