I can't help + (verb-ing)

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The word 'can't' is contraction for 'cannot.' Combined with 'help' you are communicating something you are unable to control or having a hard time gaining a grasp for. This can be a physical or mental action.

Here are some examples:

I can't help thinking about it.

I can't help shopping so much.

I can't help working all the time.

I can't help smiling when I see her.

I can't help eating so much.

I can't help loving you.

I can not help biting my nails when I am nervous.

I can not help smoking when I have been drinking.

I cannot help feeling so sad.

I cannot help remembering the things you did.