afford
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Cities’ complaints are more urgent now, as some jurisdictions may not be able to afford the burden.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 4, 2026
She and her husband have cut back on expenses to afford the combined $1,300 a month they pay for Medigap.
From Barron's • Jun. 4, 2026
He said he would "probably" get more if he could afford it, as it was just "more convenient" than cooking.
From BBC • Jun. 3, 2026
“These folks are the ones who could afford to buy a movie house or two, program it and keep that tradition alive.”
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 3, 2026
“As soon as we can afford it, I’ll buy a kimono for you,” she promised Sadako.
From "Sadako and the Thousand Paper Cranes" by Eleanor Coerr
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