adverb
1
BAD : Maybe you'll find the film very boring.
GOOD : You may find the film very boring.
BAD : Maybe you will have problems breathing.
GOOD : You may have problems breathing.
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Instead of using maybe ... will , use may + infinitive: 'They may decide that our offer is too low, of course.'
2
DUBIOUS : Maybe this helps to explain why there are so many divorces.
GOOD : Perhaps this helps to explain why there are so many divorces.
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Maybe is used mainly in informal styles: 'Maybe you should see a doctor.'
Perhaps is used in all styles: 'Perhaps he's gone home already.' 'Perhaps there are other factors that need to be considered.'