i can't afford a date. vs i can't afford to date.

Both phrases are correct, but they have slightly different meanings. 'I can't afford a date' means you don't have enough money to go on a date, while 'I can't afford to date' implies that you don't have the time or emotional capacity to engage in dating. The choice between the two depends on what aspect of dating you are referring to.

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i can't afford a date.

This phrase is correct and commonly used to express a lack of financial means to go on a date.

This phrase is used when someone doesn't have enough money to pay for a date or social outing. It indicates a financial constraint.

Examples:

I can't afford a date this weekend.
She wanted to go out, but I can't afford a date right now.
He's always saying he can't afford a date, but I think he's just not interested.
They can't afford a date at that fancy restaurant.
We can't afford a date night this month.

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I can't afford a guide dog.
But then I can't afford a woman coming in anymore.
I can't afford a babysitter that speaks English.
I can't afford a ticket.
I can't afford a faux-pas.
I can't afford a brand-new apartment.
I can't afford a car.
I can't afford a new car this year.
I can't afford a washington lawyer.
I can't afford a refrigerated truck for less than an acre.
I can't afford a down payment on your services.
I can't afford a guilty verdict on my record right now.
I can't afford a new crib.
I can't afford a real lawyer.
I can't afford a 28-day program.
I can't afford a computer, dog.
I can't afford a new store because the rents are so high.
I gave most of my money to your friend and I can't afford a taxi out of here.
I... I can't afford a physical therapist, so I do what I can on my own.
I can't afford a lawyer, so I'm being represented by my accountant.

Alternatives:

I don't have enough money to go on a date.
I'm financially unable to go on a date.
I lack the funds for a date.
I'm not in a position to pay for a date.
I'm unable to afford a date.

i can't afford to date.

This phrase is correct and commonly used to express a lack of time, emotional capacity, or interest in dating.

This phrase is used when someone doesn't have the time, emotional energy, or desire to engage in dating. It implies a constraint beyond just financial limitations.

Examples:

I can't afford to date right now with my busy schedule.
After my last relationship, I can't afford to date emotionally.
She's so focused on her career that she can't afford to date.
He can't afford to date until he sorts out his personal issues.
They can't afford to date with all the stress in their lives.

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Life is short, Ndugu... and I can't afford to waste another minute.
And I can't afford to be linked publicly to someone like you.
I can't afford to buy a new one every week.
Mike I can't afford to be selfish on this one.
I can't afford to give her anything.
I can't afford to pass up a lead like this.
I can't afford to have an independent programmer monitoring me.
I can't afford to take her out.
I can't afford to jeopardise my medical career.
I can't afford to move.
I can't afford to be less funny than my opponent.
I can't afford to be kept here.
I can't afford to hire more help.
'Cause I can't afford to get caught again.
And I can't afford to reopen a murder investigation.
I can't afford to feed the family any more.
And besides, I can't afford to be quoted - regulations and all.
Clients that I can't afford to disappoint.
I can't afford to die, Jonathan.
I can't afford to have you sitting around all day.

Alternatives:

I don't have the time or emotional capacity to date.
I'm not in a position to engage in dating.
I lack the emotional energy to date.
I'm unable to date due to other priorities.
I'm not ready to date.

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i can't afford a date. vs i can't afford to date.