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
Alejandra Rojas, Forbes.com, 31 May 2025
However, issues with the development of Japan's Epsilon S rocket have seen a change of plans, pushing back launch to 2028, but also affording the opportunity to make a flyby of Apophis on its way.
—Andrew Jones, Space.com, 30 May 2025
Jason Stauffer, CNBC, 1 June 2025
The brand makes our favorite down comforter, the best budget bamboo sheets, and the best affordable linen sheets.
—Louryn Strampe, Wired News, 22 May 2025
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Verb
This separation helps clarify how much the business can truly afford to spend, and what needs to wait.
—Alejandra Rojas, Forbes.com, 31 May 2025
However, issues with the development of Japan's Epsilon S rocket have seen a change of plans, pushing back launch to 2028, but also affording the opportunity to make a flyby of Apophis on its way.
—Andrew Jones, Space.com, 30 May 2025
Adjective
More on the best cruise insurance plans AXA Silver Plan
The AXA Silver Plan is the company’s most affordable option.
—Jason Stauffer, CNBC, 1 June 2025
The brand makes our favorite down comforter, the best budget bamboo sheets, and the best affordable linen sheets.
—Louryn Strampe, Wired News, 22 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for afford
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Edmonton gets Nurse help, Panthers three-goal lead gone The Panthers spent most of the second period pinned into react mode, allowing Edmonton neutral zone space to rev up their assaults on the Panthers zone.—
Jordan McPherson,
Miami Herald,
13 June 2025
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Tristen goes for Zubair — like many this season, gone too soon!—
Caroline Framke,
Vulture,
13 June 2025
Adjective
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With breathable material, quick-drying abilities, and moisture-wicking properties, these cooling bed sheets have become popular with Amazon shoppers.—
Shalwah Evans,
People.com,
1 June 2025
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Jason Kelce, the former Philadelphia Eagles center who is co-host of the wildly popular New Heights podcast, visited Children’s Mercy Hospital on Saturday and later was at T-Mobile Center.—
Pete Grathoff,
Kansas City Star,
1 June 2025
Adjective
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Cremation, increasingly popular, is cheaper: good for the customer, less so for the bottom line.—
Paige Williams,
New Yorker,
2 June 2025
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And even as the price tags continue to rise, there is an argument to be made that NWSL teams remain cheap.—
Brett Knight,
Forbes.com,
2 June 2025
Verb
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Clients would get the remains of not only their loved one, but also the remains of other bodies.—
Olivia B. Waxman,
Time,
2 June 2025
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Left-hander Pierce Coppola got the start and, after a dominant return against Alabama to the tune of 10 strikeouts in 3 2/3 innings, just couldn’t find the zone.—
Jackson Castellano,
The Orlando Sentinel,
2 June 2025
Adjective
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Ensure that your hiring, development, and retention practices are equitably accessible and supportive of all talent pools.—
Sander van ‘t Noordende,
Forbes.com,
2 June 2025
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Some locations had been used in the first season, but others were newly accessible.—
Emily Zemler,
Los Angeles Times,
2 June 2025
Adjective
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Well, here’s the issue: even at about $8 per share, the stock isn’t inexpensive.—
Trefis Team,
Forbes.com,
30 May 2025
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In addition to comparatively plentiful and inexpensive water, northern farmers enjoy another advantage: a later summer harvest, which means their fruit is picked after the Mexican crop has inundated the market.—
Daniel Miller,
Los Angeles Times,
30 May 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 15 Jun. 2025.
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