as in goes
to have enough money for
we can't afford a new car this year
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Recent Examples of affords
Pedigo interrupts to point out that even the records that got Walker labeled as a traditional country singer had more depth to their sounds than such a label affords him.
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Josh Crutchmer, Rolling Stone, 24 Sep. 2025
Rather, the documentary affords viewers raw access to the creation process, and the rare fascination of watching two leading artists at times out of their depth, figuring out new dimensions to their craft on the hoof, so to speak.
—Guy Lodge, Variety, 21 Sep. 2025
Multiple argued that the show no longer affords alums the same opportunity on their way out of 30 Rock.
—Matt Grobar, Deadline, 15 Sep. 2025
Just a 10-minute stroll from the city center, the elevation affords something akin to a retreat; Bolaño feels spirited away from the noisy streets, surrounded instead by humming cicadas and chirping birds.
—Keith Flanagan, Architectural Digest, 11 Sep. 2025
If all three can't be attained in one venue, choose a venue that affords all three within reasonable walking distance.
—Expert Panel®, Forbes.com, 10 Sep. 2025
So armed with more experience and more answers at the line of scrimmage — which McDaniels’ offense affords every quarterback — Maye will have every benefit a quarterback could want.
—Andrew Callahan, Boston Herald, 31 Aug. 2025
The hotel’s location affords quick access to a plethora of outdoor activities and local attractions.
—Regan Stephens, Travel + Leisure, 28 Aug. 2025
While Kim's position as third-generation supreme leader affords him unquestioned command over the country, reports indicated he was forced to fight for this status, having been named heir apparent only a year before his father's death.
—Tom O'Connor, MSNBC Newsweek, 27 Aug. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for affords
goes
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The camera goes hurtling after the characters, none of whom move the same way.—
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To ensure compliance with these rules, the DMV collects a $3 fee from all drivers who enroll in these courses — money which goes toward routine monitoring of traffic schools.—
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“Affords.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/affords. Accessed 3 Oct. 2025.
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