1
as in popular
being within the financial means of most people
once those electronic devices became affordable, sales skyrocketed
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2
as in cheap
costing little
they've added some affordable options
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Recent Examples of afford
Magali A. Delmas, The Conversation, 12 June 2025
Investors should take comfort in knowing Allison Transmission will be able to afford to pay its dividends and repurchase shares due to its large FCF generation.
—David Trainer, Forbes.com, 11 June 2025
Eileen Falkenberg-Hull, MSNBC Newsweek, 13 June 2025
Just west of the project at 900 NW Broken Sound Parkway, an eight-story, 500-unit multifamily building with 51 affordable housing units will rise on the Office Depot headquarters campus at 6600 N. Military Trail.
—Abigail Hasebroock, Sun Sentinel, 13 June 2025
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Verb
Other critics note that the benefits of Energy Star are more accessible to wealthier consumers who can afford up-front investments, even with available rebates.
—Magali A. Delmas, The Conversation, 12 June 2025
Investors should take comfort in knowing Allison Transmission will be able to afford to pay its dividends and repurchase shares due to its large FCF generation.
—David Trainer, Forbes.com, 11 June 2025
Adjective
Four autonomous shuttles will be deployed on a two-mile loop adjacent to the Atlanta Beltline, a 22-mile network of public parks, multi-use trails, transit and affordable housing, during the competition.
—Eileen Falkenberg-Hull, MSNBC Newsweek, 13 June 2025
Just west of the project at 900 NW Broken Sound Parkway, an eight-story, 500-unit multifamily building with 51 affordable housing units will rise on the Office Depot headquarters campus at 6600 N. Military Trail.
—Abigail Hasebroock, Sun Sentinel, 13 June 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for afford
Verb
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The three woman lived in the Moscow home with two female roommates who went physically unharmed in the attack, while Chapin was Kernodle’s boyfriend and stayed over for the night.—
Kevin Fixler,
Idaho Statesman,
13 June 2025
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With his chapter now complete with the Browns, Chubb will go down as one of the best running backs in team history.—
Evan Massey,
MSNBC Newsweek,
13 June 2025
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The Last of Us season two was still an extremely popular and acclaimed success.—
James Hibberd,
HollywoodReporter,
13 June 2025
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In 2025, Critical Role is one of the brightest lights in an increasingly popular medium: actual play.—
James Grebey,
Rolling Stone,
13 June 2025
Adjective
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This means some fans will be watching Messi for as little as $4, which is a far cry from the cheapest seats being cast at $349 when the draw was made in December.—
Adam Crafton,
New York Times,
14 June 2025
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In January, the cheapest seat at Hard Rock Stadium cost $230 on Ticketmaster, which is FIFA's official ticket sales platform.—
Michael Lewis,
Forbes.com,
13 June 2025
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Christina Aguilera didn't let the haters get her down early in her career.—
Sydney Bucksbaum,
EW.com,
14 June 2025
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Day laborers are often paid in cash, and many return to these locations every day in hope of getting more work.—
Nathaniel Meyersohn,
CNN Money,
13 June 2025
Adjective
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But Sushi by Bou does it differently – this family of omakase restaurants keeps the experience accessible thanks to a $65, 12-course omakase.—
Aly Walansky,
Forbes.com,
14 June 2025
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Wikipedia has paused the summaries for now, but the platform will continue testing features that make its content accessible to people with different reading levels.—
Jibin Joseph,
PC Magazine,
13 June 2025
Adjective
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Easy, inexpensive changes that prevent chronic low back pain can make a big difference, Haddadj said.—
Madeline Holcombe,
CNN Money,
13 June 2025
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Based on your expenditure per dollar of sales or profit, INTC stock appears inexpensive when contrasted with the broader market.—
Trefis Team,
Forbes.com,
12 June 2025
Adjective
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Shein and Temu make up 17% of the discount US market, according to a congressional report on China’s e-commerce exports.—
Ramishah Maruf,
CNN Money,
11 Apr. 2025
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For non-discount customers, PG&E said in an email its typical bill is around $211 per month as of January.—
Kate Wolffe,
Sacramento Bee,
21 Feb. 2025
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LPs expect distributions within a reasonable timeframe.—
Ilona Limonta-Volkova,
Forbes.com,
8 June 2025
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Florida's attorney general can collect civil penalties of up to $50,000 per violation, reasonable attorney fees, and court costs, while minors can also pursue up to $10,000 in damages.—
Chloe Albanesius,
PC Magazine,
7 June 2025
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“Afford.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/afford. Accessed 22 Jun. 2025.
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