afford

Example Sentences

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Romero is said to be more difficult to manage around the club's training centre, and it is claimed some players felt the Argentine has been afforded preferential treatment.

From BBC

Those trends have combined to reduce the income buyers need to afford the typical U.S. home, according to a recent Redfin report.

From Barron's

The horrified look on Dad’s face when he realized he couldn’t afford our hamburgers and fries.

From Literature

"We are going into the unknown," she said sternly, "And time is precious. We cannot afford to miss a chance to speed our way. Who knows Sheba best?"

From Literature

Cardoso worked for the Metropolitan Transportation Authority for 30 years, affording him a special perspective of the city’s architectural fabric.

From Los Angeles Times