B1 to be able to buy or do something because you have enough money or time买得起;有时间做,能做
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We couldn't afford to pay the lawyer's fee.
We can't afford another trip abroad this year.
How can he afford to buy himself a brand new car?
Don't be so ridiculous! I can't possibly afford to go on holiday.
Building a dam would be a use of financial resources which this country cannot afford.
[ T ] formal to allow someone to have something pleasant or necessary提供;给予
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