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Should vs. Would: How to Choose the Right Word
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"should" expresses a condition, an obligation, futurity, or probability.
"would" expresses a possibility, an intention, a desire, a custom, or a request
To express something that is probable, you might say, "Joe should be here soon.
To ask a question using "should," you could say, "Should I dress formally for the dance?"
to make a strong recommendation, you might say, "You should stop eating so much, or you'll soon gain weight."
polite request using "would," you could say, "Would you please pass the jelly?"
To ask a question using this term, you could write, "Would you like ketchup with your fries?"
to express a hypothetical sentiment, you might state, "If I won the lottery tomorrow, I would quit my job and retire the next day."
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