afford

Example Sentences

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When inflation is already low and expectations are firmly anchored, policymakers can afford to “look through” or ignore the inflationary impulse of higher energy prices.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 8, 2026

“I don’t know how they can go. I don’t know how they can afford it. It’s a missed opportunity for the Olympics and for the area,” he said.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 8, 2026

East African farmers struggled to afford fertilizer even before the crisis and will likely have to make do with even less.

From Salon • Apr. 8, 2026

"Most migrant workers with meagre earnings can't afford to pay so much," says Rajesh Kumar.

From BBC • Apr. 7, 2026

But after just three years I could afford all the Spalding basketballs I wanted.

From "Lawn Boy" by Gary Paulsen