use of 'dare'

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use of 'dare'

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He cannot dare to come here.
Is it wrong?
Should I write : H wouldnot dare to come here. ?
Please help me with explanation, like how 'dare' is used in this type of sentences ?
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Re: use of 'dare'

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Yes, 'would not rather than 'could not'.
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