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The expression 'cannot seem to' is grammatically correct and can be used in written English.
You can use this expression when you are trying to express difficulty or uncertainty about something. For example: "I cannot seem to find the right words to express my feelings."
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Officials cannot seem to agree.
Louise Leakey cannot seem to sit still.
But those who know him cannot seem to dislike him.
Somali pirates cannot seem to stay out of the news.
THE International Monetary Fund cannot seem to win.
Some people just cannot seem to remember certain basic rules.
He hates them but cannot seem to stay away.
Certainly, international buyers cannot seem to get enough of it.
I cannot seem to get enough of it.
Meanwhile, the Indians cannot seem to stop their slide.
Even critics in Philadelphia cannot seem to agree.
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