afforded
Example Sentences
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If we lose that food security afforded by our pollinators we could have a global food crisis on our hands.
From Science Daily ● Jul. 29, 2026
He never fails to express gratitude for the projects that afforded him recognition and opportunity, but he’s ready to “take control of the narrative.”
From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 14, 2026
"Confirming or denying that information is held would reveal whether protection had been afforded to a specific individual other than the King and the prime minister," the Met said in reply to us.
From BBC ● Jul. 6, 2026
The civil servants are held to high performance standards and do face adverse actions, even though they are afforded due process that is reasonable.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 5, 2026
He wanted to make sure that his family was safe, but Kathy, his wife, wasn’t afforded the same certainty.
From "Zeitoun" by Dave Eggers
