afloat

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That’s because if high-income shoppers scale back their spending, then the other horizontal lines of the “E” — the lower and middle classes — may not have enough spending power to keep the economy afloat.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 3, 2026

The ship also had a series of watertight compartments and could remain afloat if up to four were breached.

From BBC • Mar. 31, 2026

All they can do is keep the ship afloat and hope for the best.

From Barron's • Mar. 27, 2026

Keeping the ship afloat until the talented recruiting class that includes Saniyah Hall makes its way to campus.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 22, 2026

A strong wind was whipping up bigger waves on the surface, and I could only stay afloat through constant, frenetic movement.

From "Flying Through Water" by Mamle Wolo