What does "Cannot help it" mean?

unable to control oneself

Synonym: cannot resist Opposite: can control it

"Cannot help it" in a sentence

Real example sentences from TV shows and movies.

I couldn't help it.

— Grey's Anatomy S4E4

I'm sorry, sir. I couldn't help it.

— Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire

It was me, Jess, I couldn't help it.

— New Girl S2E17

I'm sorry, Gary. I couldn't help it.

— Sherlock S2E2

Guys, I couldn't help it.

— The Office S6E26

I can’t help it!

— Friends S7E5

"Cannot help it" in TV shows & movies

This word appears in 7 titles. Click to explore the full vocabulary list.

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