afford

Example Sentences

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The Sunshine State used to be where all walks of life could afford a place to retire.

From The Wall Street Journal

Rich people could afford lawyers, they figured, while poor people could get free legal aid.

From Los Angeles Times

The cafe said no forms or explanations were needed, and it was supporting individuals experiencing financial or personal hardship, who may not be able to afford a cooked meal.

From BBC

We accept the established framework of the Constitution and afford every person due process.

From Salon

The women in 28 Days Later were afforded emotional realism, agency and moral complexity.

From BBC