1
as in popular
being within the financial means of most people
once those electronic devices became affordable, sales skyrocketed
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as in cheap
costing little
they've added some affordable options
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Recent Examples of afford
Mike Kaye
updated January 21, Charlotte Observer, 21 Jan. 2026
With deep economic instability and a crashing local currency the primary drivers of the uprisings, few Iranians can afford doing that for long.
—Talla Mountjoy, Chicago Tribune, 21 Jan. 2026
Erika I. Ritchie, Oc Register, 22 Jan. 2026
These cuts came at a time when demand for affordable, accessible arts programming continues to grow.
—Geo Darder, Sun Sentinel, 22 Jan. 2026
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Verb
But can the Panthers afford to wait for Brown to take his next step as a pass rusher?
—Mike Kaye
updated January 21, Charlotte Observer, 21 Jan. 2026
With deep economic instability and a crashing local currency the primary drivers of the uprisings, few Iranians can afford doing that for long.
—Talla Mountjoy, Chicago Tribune, 21 Jan. 2026
Adjective
And church officials, partnering with Related California, proposed the change to their campus to take advantage of state legislation streamlining the process for religious institutions and schools to build affordable housing.
—Erika I. Ritchie, Oc Register, 22 Jan. 2026
These cuts came at a time when demand for affordable, accessible arts programming continues to grow.
—Geo Darder, Sun Sentinel, 22 Jan. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for afford
Verb
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Most of them go deep into the memory vault of childhood, recalling fishing trips and family gatherings.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
14 Jan. 2026
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Nordstrom Lucky Brand Fair Isle Shawl-Collar Cardigan Both Lopez’s and Hudson’s sweaters appear to be from Polo Ralph Lauren (the former’s looks like this one that's no longer available, while the latter’s resembles this one that goes for $798).—
Alyssa Grabinski,
PEOPLE,
14 Jan. 2026
Adjective
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The local brewery sponsored last fall’s Chamber of Commerce Oktoberfest Home Brew Competition, and the top team was invited to Grains and Taps to brew a large batch of their most popular beer.—
Janice Phelan,
Kansas City Star,
8 Jan. 2026
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Fast forward to 2026, and Carhartt has become a popular option for any outdoor enthusiast due to the durability and technology woven into its clothing.—
Michael Cappetta,
Travel + Leisure,
8 Jan. 2026
Adjective
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Currently, the cheapest EVs in Europe sell for about twice that.—
Neil Winton,
Forbes.com,
24 Jan. 2026
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There has been a gradual decline in popularity of pricier, wooden furniture over years as manufacturers found cheaper alternatives to make tables, dressers, bed frames, desks, and more.—
Alicia Geigel,
Southern Living,
23 Jan. 2026
Verb
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There is now a push to get the issue approved as a ballot measure.—
Will Yakowicz,
Forbes.com,
24 Jan. 2026
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Down 117-112 with less than five seconds remaining, Boston got another triple from Pritchard and a gift from Traore, who missed a foul shot that would have put the game away.—
Zack Cox,
Boston Herald,
24 Jan. 2026
Adjective
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When skills become accessible, entire communities and economies grow stronger.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
22 Jan. 2026
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Sweepstakes casino websites are readily accessible to Indiana residents and most offer a full range of casino-style games, including slots, roulette, blackjack, craps, and other banking or percentage card or dice games.—
Daniel Wallach,
Forbes.com,
21 Jan. 2026
Adjective
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Instead, try one of these easy and inexpensive organizing techniques to keep your stash tidy.—
Mary Cornetta,
Better Homes & Gardens,
21 Jan. 2026
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As software development becomes cheaper, Skeptical Intelligence must become a core leadership control system, forcing scrutiny of assumptions earlier while change is still inexpensive.—
Ted Ladd,
Forbes.com,
20 Jan. 2026
Adjective
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Last year, Walmart beat both discount German grocers Aldi and Lidl in our survey.—
Charlotte Observer,
Charlotte Observer,
13 Jan. 2026
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Long-term fans of the discount German grocery chain are quick to rave about the low prices, fun seasonal food finds, and the treasures that await each week in the famed middle aisle.—
Elliott Harrell,
Southern Living,
11 Oct. 2025
Adjective
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Advertisement Think smart regulation, not more regulation The dealmaking bonanza on Wall Street since Biden Administration officials left office offers a reasonable gauge of the damage inflicted when regulatory agencies are captured by ideology.—
Jeffrey Sonnenfeld,
Time,
13 Jan. 2026
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The only reasonable, logical explanation to Indiana University’s success in football is not coaching, but cheating.—
Mac Engel
January 13,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
13 Jan. 2026
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“Afford.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/afford. Accessed 24 Jan. 2026.
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