afloat
Example Sentences
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Picking up temporary work right now, even if it’s not in your field or at your desired pay level, could help keep you afloat while you look for long-term employment.
From MarketWatch ● Jul. 24, 2026
The firm warned in its annual report it needed to secure fresh financing to stay afloat after taking a £55m hit from outages over the winter.
From BBC ● Jul. 20, 2026
The family started a GoFundMe to raise funds to restore the business and keep themselves afloat in the meantime.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 14, 2026
Trade groups representing farmers have pushed for more aid, saying it is vital to keep American agriculture afloat.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jun. 28, 2026
While you’re working you’re going to stay afloat, but the minute you stop moving is the minute you start sinking.
From "Our America: Life and Death on the South Side of Chicago" by LeAlan Jones
