- present tense form of afford (3rd person singular).
affords
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It's accepted that the safety car affords possibilities to gain and lose out, so why should the VSC not do the same?
From BBC ● Sep. 22, 2026
But the nature of Dans’ role affords him more leeway than other appointees.
From Salon ● Sep. 16, 2026
While nearly half of small businesses fail within five years, Kyla Scanlon noted that ownership also affords greater opportunity.
From MarketWatch ● Sep. 8, 2026
None of the patrons appear to be dedicated readers of Thrasher or Quartersnacks, which affords Elsesser a preferable anonymity.
From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 7, 2026
I shake my head, muttering darkly on shaded paths, holding conversation with the only friend and comfort this world affords, my shadow.
From "Grendel" by John Gardner
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