I can't afford it

I can't afford it(
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A phrase is a group of words commonly used together (e.g., once upon a time).
phrase
a. no me lo puedo permitir
I would love to go out to dinner with you, but I can't afford it.Me encantaría ir a cenar contigo, pero no me lo puedo permitir.
b. no puedo pagarlo
My son asked me to buy him a car. Unfortunately, I can't afford it.Mi hijo me pidió que le comprara un carro. Desafortunadamente, no puedo pagarlo.
c. no puedo darme el lujo
I'm sorry, but I can't afford it. Maybe we can go on vacation next year.Lo siento, pero no puedo darme el lujo. Tal vez nos podamos ir de vacaciones el próximo año.
d. no me alcanza
There's no way I can buy one more dress. I can't afford it.No hay manera de que me compre un vestido más. No me alcanza.
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