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Wordabulary

shall

Pronunciation
Verb B2 Upper-intermediate

Quick answer

Used to express what will happen in the future, or to make a suggestion or offer, especially in formal English.

"We shall overcome these difficulties together."

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Which word fits the gap? "We _____ overcome these difficulties together."

Answer: shall

In your own words, what does "shall" mean?

Used to express what will happen in the future, or to make a suggestion or offer, especially in formal English.

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