May (modal verb)

1. Expressing possibility.
2. Expressing a wish or hope.
3. Expressing a polite request or giving permission.
4. Expressing a possibility or likelihood.
5. Expressing concession.

Origin:

Old english mæg, magan, of germanic origin; related to dutch mogen and german mögen, from an indo-european root shared by latin magis 'more'.

Examples:

1. It may rain later today.
2. May you have a happy birthday!
3. May I use your restroom?
4. I may be late for our appointment.
5. May we take a break?
6. I may not be able to come to the party.
7. May I suggest another option?
8. He may be the best candidate for the job.
9. May we all live in peace.
10. I may have misunderstood what you said.
11. He may have his flaws, but he's a good person.
12. May you rest in peace.