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Will and should + infinitive are used to express assumptions with reference to present and future time. Assumptions with will are more probable:
Would can express annoying habits which are typical of a person:
Tom would do something like that, wouldn't he? It's so typical of him!
Will is used to emphasise the characteristics of a person rather than describing the person himself or herself:
Can, could, will and would are used to express requests:
Will can express willingness in the present:
I will take you to the airport. I have nothing to do tomorrow. If you will wait for a moment, I'll see if Mr Hawking is available.
Won't can express unwillingness or refusal:
Will (future simple) is used to express future intentions that are decided at the time of speaking (spontaneous offers, promises and decisions):
Come on, I'll help you with those bags. (seeing that someone is struggling with their shopping bags)
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