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As in “The Calculation Agent may (but need not) determine the appropriate correction or repayment, if any”. Popular amongst members of an ISDA drafting committee.

Useful for those diligent attorneys who are not entirely sure of the meaning of the world "may", or the concept of a discretion. JOG ON.