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

“Nada ayuda,”—no help—said Araceli Orozco when asked if she had received assistance keeping her business afloat.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 25, 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

The ship, though still afloat, "is severely damaged and even towing it is a complex operation", Demilito said.

From Barron's • Mar. 20, 2026

Jonathan thought it was large enough to support Abby but he would need a bigger tree, something that would keep both him and Moose afloat.

From "Earthquake Terror" by Peg Kehret