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it may occur vs it may occurs

The correct phrase is "it may occur." The word "may" indicates a future possibility and should be used with the base form of the verb "occur."
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Last updated: September 04, 2024

it may occur

This phrase is correct. 'Occur' is the base form of the verb and should not be conjugated with 's' because 'may' is already indicating the future possibility.

Use 'it may occur' to express a possibility of something happening in the future.

Examples:

  • It may occur tomorrow.
  • It may occur if the conditions are right.
  • It may occur at any moment.

Alternatives:

  • it might occur
  • it could occur
  • it is possible that it occurs
  • it is likely to occur
  • it is probable that it occurs

it may occurs

This phrase is incorrect. 'Occurs' is not the correct form of the verb in this context.

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