afloat

Example Sentences

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Juan kept his son afloat long enough for a bystander to pull Kevin from the water relatively unharmed, Michelle, 44, said.

From Los Angeles Times • May 8, 2026

The airline industry has faced a difficult business environment as rising jet-fuel prices put pressure on carriers’ balance sheets, but Spirit was already struggling to remain afloat.

From MarketWatch • May 1, 2026

The low unemployment will help keep households afloat, but expect some belt-tightening to start taking place by May—especially if price pressures remain elevated.

From Barron's • Apr. 30, 2026

She describes herself as "just staying afloat", often turning to her family for financial support.

From BBC • Apr. 30, 2026

It was empty and battered but it was still afloat.

From "The Boy Who Met a Whale" by Nizrana Farook