remain afloat

Examples (10)

• Despite the leak, the small dinghy managed to remain afloat until help arrived.
• The life raft was designed to remain afloat for weeks, even in rough seas.
• By shifting the cargo, they helped the listing ship remain afloat.
• The cork will remain afloat no matter how many times you push it under the water.
• His primary goal in the swimming lesson was simply to remain afloat without assistance.
• The small bookstore is struggling to remain afloat in the age of online retail.
• With a timely loan, the startup was able to remain afloat during its crucial first year.
• Many companies had to cut costs drastically to remain afloat during the recession.
• It's a challenge for any new restaurant to remain afloat past the five-year mark.
• The government subsidies were essential for the airline to remain afloat throughout the travel ban.