as in went
to have enough money for
we can't afford a new car this year
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Recent Examples of afforded
As her first album in eight years is released, the singer talks about remaining relevant as a performer, her vegan lifestyle and the freedom label independence has afforded her well into her career.
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Taijuan Moorman, USA Today, 15 May 2026
Without such a budget, notes producer Oriol Maymó, the film could never have afforded such hallmark creative achievements as its signature immersive soundtrack, which earned an Oscar nomination.
—John Hopewell, Variety, 13 May 2026
No team have won more games by a one-goal margin than Villa’s 12, so Rogers is rarely afforded an early substitution.
—Jacob Tanswell, New York Times, 11 May 2026
Adrianne worked for years as DeVaux’s assistant and learned early on that her family connection afforded her no special treatment.
—Dana O’Neil, CNN Money, 9 May 2026
But, of course, the Fairness Police diverted their attention away from NBA officiating to bemoan the — checks notes — exemptions afforded to the Zurich Classic champions.
—Jordan Kaye, Charlotte Observer, 9 May 2026
Entering in the show’s second season, Collins redefined television with unapologetic glamor, razor-sharp wit and a level of corporate ambition rarely afforded to female characters at the time.
—Michelle Duncan, Architectural Digest, 8 May 2026
As this year’s winner, Suci has been afforded the opportunity to spend a six-month residency in Italy organized by Collezione Maramotti, the private contemporary art collection of Max Mara’s founder, Achille Maramotti.
—News Desk, Artforum, 8 May 2026
He’s not afforded the same leeway to fail as 2023 second-round pick Cam Smith.
—David Furones, Sun Sentinel, 8 May 2026
Taijuan Moorman, USA Today, 15 May 2026
Without such a budget, notes producer Oriol Maymó, the film could never have afforded such hallmark creative achievements as its signature immersive soundtrack, which earned an Oscar nomination.
—John Hopewell, Variety, 13 May 2026
No team have won more games by a one-goal margin than Villa’s 12, so Rogers is rarely afforded an early substitution.
—Jacob Tanswell, New York Times, 11 May 2026
Adrianne worked for years as DeVaux’s assistant and learned early on that her family connection afforded her no special treatment.
—Dana O’Neil, CNN Money, 9 May 2026
But, of course, the Fairness Police diverted their attention away from NBA officiating to bemoan the — checks notes — exemptions afforded to the Zurich Classic champions.
—Jordan Kaye, Charlotte Observer, 9 May 2026
Entering in the show’s second season, Collins redefined television with unapologetic glamor, razor-sharp wit and a level of corporate ambition rarely afforded to female characters at the time.
—Michelle Duncan, Architectural Digest, 8 May 2026
As this year’s winner, Suci has been afforded the opportunity to spend a six-month residency in Italy organized by Collezione Maramotti, the private contemporary art collection of Max Mara’s founder, Achille Maramotti.
—News Desk, Artforum, 8 May 2026
He’s not afforded the same leeway to fail as 2023 second-round pick Cam Smith.
—David Furones, Sun Sentinel, 8 May 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for afforded
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But the fairy godmother’s spell wore off early in Game 6, which was just 62 seconds old when Vegas went ahead to stay.—
Kevin Baxter,
Los Angeles Times,
15 May 2026
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Heartland recruit Sammy Atkinson went 3-for-4 with three runs and two triples, including a leadoff triple that sparked a three-run seventh as the Celtics (16-14) came back from a 5-3 deficit.—
Steve Millar,
Chicago Tribune,
15 May 2026
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White Sox fans got the last laugh on Sunday afternoon as their squad completed a wild, thrilling comeback victory over their crosstown rivals.—
Alejandro Avila OutKick,
FOXNews.com,
18 May 2026
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Maddie Eisler, a Manhattan Pilates instructor, was trying to explain why Shaggy got the shakes.—
Natalie Meade,
New Yorker,
18 May 2026
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“Afforded.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/afforded. Accessed 23 May. 2026.
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