afford
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But according to Prof Chen, the recent tragedy shows that "just because we've made progress overall, doesn't mean we can afford to let our guard down".
From BBC • May 31, 2026
Many younger adults can no longer afford to make a purchase, eliminating a historical pathway to wealth accumulation and financial stability.
From Barron's • May 31, 2026
The French AI company says it’s working as fast as it can on the moonshot race to develop so-called superintelligence because Europe can’t afford to rely on U.S. tech giants.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 29, 2026
A lot of young people feel like they can’t afford one, but I wonder about the cost of moving so frequently and how that affects our ability to save for a down payment.
From MarketWatch • May 29, 2026
Charlie moved back to Manhattan as soon as he could afford the ticket, and, when his relationship with his girlfriend ended, Jamie eagerly followed.
From "The Big Short" by Michael Lewis
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