Sentence examples for to afford from inspiring English sources
"to afford" is a grammatically correct and commonly used part of a sentence in written English
It is typically used as a verb and means to have enough money, time, or resources to do something. It can also mean to be able to bear the cost of something without difficulty. Example: "I cannot afford to buy a new car right now, so I am looking for a used one instead."
Dictionary
to afford
verb
To incur, stand, or bear without serious detriment, as an act which might under other circumstances be injurious;—with an auxiliary, as can, could, might, etc.; to be able or rich enough.
- I think we can afford the extra hour it will take. We can only afford to buy a small car at the moment.
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