affords

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With nuance and eagle-eyed research, he affords readers an unprecedented look at the mechanics of a musical fusion that, in many ways, we’re only just beginning to understand.

From Salon • Apr. 17, 2026

Apple’s dominant share at the top of the smartphone market affords it another luxury: time to get its own AI strategy right.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 19, 2026

It meant the law, which affords partners some of the rights held by spouses in marriage, could be applied to individuals in committed relationships with multiple people.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 18, 2026

Neither reading affords the Fed much room to cut interest rates—and neither yet reflects the impact of higher oil prices stemming from the war that began on Feb. 28.

From Barron's • Mar. 13, 2026

Now, after several years in which to observe the effects of spraying, the Canadians find a mixed situation, but one that affords very little comfort to devotees of salmon fishing, provided spraying is continued.

From "Silent Spring" by Rachel Carson