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PreciousJones Posted 16 years ago
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Cant/couldnt

Hi,

Of course, that doesn't mean the franchise couldn't be rebooted without him. And

Of course, that doesn't mean the franchise can't be rebooted without him.

What's the difference between the two?

1st one is possibly be reported and the 2nd is very likely can be rebooted?

Thanks again!
  

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That's the idea, yes. The second speaker is more confident of success.

  • That's the idea, yes.
  • The second speaker is more confident of success.
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That's the idea, yes. The second speaker is more confident of success.

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