afforded
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Doe’s complaint alleges that the university only temporarily suspended some of the men and that others “were afforded the opportunity to mitigate their conduct by submitting essays.”
From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 8, 2026
A higher value indicates a higher debt burden relative to what can be afforded.
From MarketWatch ● Oct. 8, 2026
Jane Doe also alleged in her civil lawsuit that Cornell did not protect her nor adequately punish the men involved, alleging they were "afforded the opportunity to mitigate their conduct by submitting essays".
From BBC ● Sep. 28, 2026
She also traveled across Europe, meeting with several European leaders as well as with Pope Leo, who gave her the reception and high-level access usually afforded to a head of state.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 19, 2026
“We would forfeit the protection afforded by the foundational covenants of the treaty.”
From "Fablehaven" by Brandon Mull
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