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Discover LudwigThe phrase "i cannot afford" is grammatically correct and commonly used in written English.
It is typically used to express that one does not have enough money or resources to do or buy something. Example: I love that new phone, but I cannot afford it at the moment.
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"I cannot afford to, morally".
I cannot afford it.
I cannot afford silence.
I cannot afford to lose another customer".
That's something I cannot afford".
As a teacher, I cannot afford to be otherwise.
I cannot afford to put him in a good school.
Unfortunately, I cannot afford to make a mistake like that".
"I cannot afford a house on the seafront".
"I cannot afford to cover my most basic needs.
I cannot live without being able to transition, and I cannot afford to go private.
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