afford
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But on the other hand, the genre’s somber leanings afford him a tender space for sharing the brand of wisdom that only comes with age.
From Salon • Apr. 24, 2026
"It has become so expensive that an average person can no longer afford fuel for a motorcycle or a car. Fuel prices are also affecting electricity bills, leading to further increases," he says.
From Barron's • Apr. 24, 2026
When people can’t afford a visit to a primary-care doctor or they lack adequate health insurance, they end up in emergency rooms.
From MarketWatch • Apr. 23, 2026
But without viable ways to afford the transition, that path remains closed to many.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 23, 2026
“We can’t afford a specialist,” I told him.
From "Reaching for the Moon" by Katherine Johnson
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