afloat

Example Sentences

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“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

A growing share of middle-income workers report taking on debt or relocating to lower-cost housing simply to stay afloat.

From MarketWatch • Mar. 18, 2026

Now more than ever, I had to open the store and keep it afloat.

From "The Red Car to Hollywood" by Jennie Liu