It can hurt people. vs It can hurts people.

The correct phrase is "it can hurt people." The verb "hurt" should be in the base form after modal verbs like "can." The incorrect phrase "it can hurts people." uses the incorrect form of the verb.

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It can hurt people.

This phrase is correct. The verb "hurt" is in the base form after the modal verb "can."

This phrase is used to express the potential of causing harm to people.

Examples:

It can hurt people if not used properly.
Bullying can hurt people emotionally.
The sharp edges can hurt people.
Careless driving can hurt people on the road.
The toxic fumes can hurt people's health.

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I guess it wouldn't be right unless it was legal for everybody. Reason it's not legal for everybody is because it can hurt people seriously. Evander Holyfield.
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It can hurts people.

This phrase is incorrect. The verb "hurts" is not the correct form to use after the modal verb "can."

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It can hurt people. vs It can hurts people.