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Discover LudwigThe phrase "you may only" is grammatically correct and can be used in written English.
It is typically used to indicate that the action or choice being discussed is limited. Example: "You may only choose one item from the menu." In this sentence, the phrase implies that the person is only allowed to choose one item, and not multiple items.
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You may only have overestimated yourself.
You may only want him once in 20 years, but that once he'll be a lifesaver.
You may only get updates every twenty minutes but by God they'll be beautiful.
You may only use and copy the patterns for your own personal and non-commercial use.
You may only be wearing your pyjamas but, from the neck up, you are chanelling Chanel.
Ultimately, they energise it in a way you may only understand later.
You may only think you remember correctly what the doctor said.
If you have a small garden, you may only need a 165-gallon tank.
Of course, if the peas are fresh enough, you may only want to eat them raw.
And if your corporation is small, you may only see your leader in passing.
But hurry — you may only have a few days left to apply.
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