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affords

verb

present tense third-person singular of afford

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 Being Chicago’s hometown airline — and shouting about it a lot — affords United Airlines certain privileges. — The Editorial Board, Chicago Tribune, 28 Aug. 2026 As practice reps might be limited during the week, Friday’s preseason finale against the Atlanta Falcons affords players their opportunity to leave a lasting impression before cuts. — David Furones, Sun Sentinel, 24 Aug. 2026 August rarely affords a college football coach much idle time. — Ira Gorawara, New York Times, 20 Aug. 2026 The historic hilltop Fortress of San Leo affords visitors panoramic views of the valleys below. — Irene S. Levine, Forbes.com, 15 Aug. 2026 With so many in the world being uprooted and seeking security, the scriptural account of Ruth affords an example of how a more universal Love meets human needs. — Margaret Rogers, Christian Science Monitor, 29 July 2026 Set the scene Located on the outskirts of the village of Naoussa, the island’s liveliest destination, Avant Mar affords you a fantastic perch on Paros. — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 28 July 2026 Mortuary schools now spend less time than ever teaching restoration, and the rise of cremation affords working morticians fewer opportunities to learn those skills on the job. — John Semley, Harpers Magazine, 28 July 2026 Doing so affords a glimpse of the game through the eyes of the greatest to ever play it. — Sally Jenkins, The Atlantic, 18 July 2026

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Driving Experience The windscreen is brief to say the least, but airflow goes right over your head.

— William Roberson, Forbes.com, 29 Aug. 2026
The movie goes big on the ‘80s tropes for laughs, including over-the-top costumes and era-specific references, but the love story at its heart is timeless.

— Kara Nesvig, Parents, 29 Aug. 2026

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