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afloat

[uh-floht] / əˈfloʊt /
ADJECTIVE
floating
Synonyms
STRONGEST
WEAK
Antonyms


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The EU estimates Ukraine needs an extra €135 billion to stay afloat over the next two years, with the cash crunch set to start in April.

From BBC

Under the law, the city of Budapest may apply for a loan from the state-owned Hungarian Development Bank to stay afloat and pay salaries.

From Barron's

The former PM was giving evidence to the public inquiry into the pandemic on Monday, answering questions on the policies he set out to support workers' incomes and keep businesses afloat.

From BBC

China Vanke’s 000002 -2.39%decrease; red down pointing triangle shares fell after its bondholders rejected a proposal to extend a bond payment, fueling fears that authorities may not offer support to keep the developer afloat.

From The Wall Street Journal

The market is crowded with platforms, each chasing the same limited pool of subscribers and burning cash to stay afloat.

From The Wall Street Journal