While remarkable feats can be achieved without a considerable amount of hassle because of social media, information not thoroughly checked and researched, fueled by the intention to jump on the bandwagon og whatever topic is popular, can lead to spread of misinformation. In the era of fake news. It is always important to vet and cite sources before sharing any factual claims online. where misinformation can spread like wildfire. while it can be tempting to press the 'share button on a poost that resonates with us, the need to ascertain its validity is more important.

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After help, we can use object + infinitive (with or without to).

Can you help me (to) find my ring? (NOT Can you help me finding my ring?)
Thank you so much for helping us (to) repair the car.
Our main task is to help the company (to) become profitable.

Help can also be followed directly by an infinitive without an object.

Would you like to help pack?

If you say that you cannot/can’t help doing something (especially in British English), you mean that you can’t stop yourself, even if you don’t want to do it.

She’s a selfish woman, but somehow you can’t help liking her.
Excuse me – I couldn’t help overhearing what you said.
Sorry I broke the cup – I couldn’t help it.

Can’t help can be followed by but + infinitive (without to), with the same meaning as can’t help verb + ing. This is common in American English.

I can’t help but wonder what I should do next.

 

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