have to/don't have to/must/mustn't

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What does 'must' indicate in terms of obligation?

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'Must' indicates a strong obligation or necessity to do something.

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What does 'mustn't' indicate?

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'Mustn't' indicates a prohibition or something that is not allowed.

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What does 'have to' imply?

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'Have to' implies an obligation that is often external or imposed by circumstances.

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What does 'don't have to' mean?

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'Don't have to' indicates that there is no obligation to do something.

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Provide an example of 'must' in a sentence.

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You must wear a seatbelt while driving.

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Provide an example of 'mustn't' in a sentence.

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You mustn't use your phone during the exam.

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Provide an example of 'have to' in a sentence.

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I have to finish my homework before I can go out.

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Provide an example of 'don't have to' in a sentence.

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You don't have to attend the meeting if you are busy.

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How is 'must' different from 'have to'?

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'Must' is often used for personal obligations, while 'have to' is used for external obligations.

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Can 'must' and 'have to' be used interchangeably?

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Not always; 'must' is stronger and more personal, while 'have to' can imply external pressure.