afford

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"We simply can't afford that," he told BBC Radio Ulster's Evening Extra, adding: "We're only a small business. We can't pass that on to the farmers."

From BBC • Apr. 9, 2026

We can’t afford to leave a billion dollars on the table.“

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 9, 2026

The trick is knowing how much fun you can afford.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 9, 2026

When inflation is already low and expectations are firmly anchored, policymakers can afford to “look through” or ignore the inflationary impulse of higher energy prices.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 8, 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