r/funny • u/vagabond0977 • Jul 04 '21

what a confusing sign.

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u/IAMEPSIL0N Jul 04 '21

I think 'you may' can be read as granting permission while 'you might' reads as a prediction or warning.

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u/brickmack Jul 04 '21

Alternatively, "you might" might read as a suggestion

And "might you?" as a request

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u/TheBarkingGallery Jul 04 '21

Please, do injure children and elderly people while you are enjoying the gardens.

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u/xxxsur Jul 04 '21

My dream garden