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Could

/kˈʊd/
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(verb) simple past of can

If the world weren't in the shape it is now, I could trust anyone.
Let's consider the worst that could happen.
CEFR Practice Quiz
If the world weren't in the shape it is now, I ____ trust anyone.

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