〜を禁じ得ない
Formation
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Meaning
Indicates that one cannot control or suppress a strong emotion that arises naturally in response to a situation.
Examples
彼の身勝手な振る舞いに、怒りを禁じ得ない。
I cannot help but feel anger at his selfish behavior.
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