afloat

Example Sentences

Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.

As Iran’s main lifeline, China helps ensure the shadow fleet for Iranian oil stays afloat.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 28, 2026

With income growth pausing and inflation increasing, people tapped into savings to keep afloat.

From Barron's • May 28, 2026

Billy-Jo Pierce says she is "living in survival mode", juggling multiple jobs to stay afloat in Bristol, the UK's second most expensive city.

From BBC • May 25, 2026

The chain has struggled to keep some storefronts afloat in recent years and closed the last San Diego location in 2023.

From Los Angeles Times • May 14, 2026

He could tear it into strips but he knew it was not heavy enough to hold the trees together, once they were afloat.

From "Earthquake Terror" by Peg Kehret