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I can’t, either vs nor can I

Both "I can't, either" and "Nor can I" are correct phrases used to express a negative agreement or inability. They are interchangeable and can be used in informal conversations. The choice between them depends on your personal preference or the flow of the larger conversation.

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I can’t, either

This phrase is correct and commonly used in informal conversations to express a negative agreement or inability.

This phrase is used to agree with a negative statement or to express one's inability to do something. It is often used in casual conversations among friends or in informal settings.

Examples:

A: I can't make it to the party tonight. B: I can't, either.
I can't swim, either.
I can't speak French, either.
I can't dance, either.
I can't cook, either.

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I thought I could, but I can't, either.
And I can't leave, either.
No, I can't remember, either, pet.
I can't wait, either.
See, I can't help myself, either.
See, I can't help myself, either.
But now I can't control him, either.
I can't reach him, either.
But now I can't control him, either.
I can't believe it, either.
And having him dance like a buffoon knowing that I can't dance, either.
But, sadly, I can't trust you, either.
You just loved Willis more. but I can't hide it, either.
I can't find Faye, either.
I can't tell when, either.
And I know I can't live here, either.
If anything, I'd drive back to Bethel, but I can't do that, either.
Well, I'm afraid I can't do that, either.
I can't sing it, either, not like...
I can't stand it, either.

Alternatives:

Nor can I
I can't do it either
I can't either
Me neither
I can't, too

nor can I

This phrase is correct and commonly used in informal conversations to express a negative agreement or inability.

This phrase is used to agree with a negative statement or to express one's inability to do something. It is often used in casual conversations among friends or in informal settings.

Examples:

A: I can't swim. B: Nor can I.
I can't speak Spanish. Nor can I.
I can't cook. Nor can I.
I can't dance. Nor can I.
I can't play the guitar. Nor can I.

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I command no army, nor can I conjure Gannicus before us.
I will not be the cause of her death, nor can I be.
Nor can I make any judgment because obviously the personal files or disciplinary measures relating to Commission staff are not available to the Council.
Nor can I allow to go unchallenged the insinuation made by some Members that the US authorities will willingly misuse data on European and other citizens that comes into their possession.
Nor can I accept Amendment No 7, because the Commission has indeed honoured its obligations by instituting infringement proceedings against Member States who fail to achieve their fleet targets.
Nor can I accept that, 'after coordination on the broad guidelines of economic policies has taken place, the Community should really speak with one voice' (Amendment No 2, recital 8b).
I have no wish to deny this, nor can I blame myself for any of my actions in this matter.
Under no circumstances can I vote in its favour while the issue of immunity remains unresolved, nor can I accept the curtailment of rights that guarantee the exercise of an independent mandate, such as are accorded to our counterparts in the national and regional parliaments.
Nor can I sleep or eat without you.
Nor can I pretend this is our first night together on board.
Nor can I recommend the Council's proposal that the eurozone countries be divided into three groups under a rotation system.
Nor can I accept the argument that the internal market is distorted by different national soil protection legislation.
Nor can I alter the fact that we live in a world where a queen's infidelity is considered an act of treason, because any child you had must be presumed illegitimate.
I can't be beaten, nor can I be persuaded.
And nor can I find your Mr Gray.
Mr Cramer, nor can I share your simplistic demonising of the lorry.
Myself, I do not wish to be thrown out, but nor can I keep quiet.
I cannot give you my blessing, nor can I wish you good fortune.
I am not able maintain this orbit, nor can I use the main thrusters.
And nor can I find your Mr. Gray.

Alternatives:

I can't, either
I can't do it either
I can't either
Me neither
I can't, too

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