afford
Example Sentences
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Yet in some markets, it is also how much it realistically takes to feel financially abundant, and to afford making decisions without cost being the primary consideration.
From MarketWatch
A short hike to the beach afforded views of the starkly angular lighthouse known as the Charleston Light.
She was careful with money so she “could afford not to work.”
Indiana’s defense established its dominance during a pivotal stretch in the second quarter when Alabama could not afford to let the Hoosiers stretch their lead.
From Los Angeles Times
One is not being able to afford it.
From Los Angeles Times
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