Definition of Afford

have enough money to pay for something

Examples of Afford in a sentence

The bum claimed he couldn’t pay his bills, but always found a way to afford cigarettes and booze.  🔊

After saving all winter, the family could afford to splurge a little bit on vacation.  🔊

I can only afford one new outfit a month since most of my money goes to bills.  🔊

Unable to afford the premium hike, the struggling couple had to cancel their insurance and sell their vehicle.  🔊

The young man’s parents could no longer afford to support him and insisted he get a job.  🔊

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