inflow

noun

in·​flow ˈin-ˌflō How to pronounce inflow (audio)
Synonyms of inflownext
: a flowing in
the inflow of air
an inflow of funds

Examples of inflow in a Sentence

The campaign has seen a massive inflow of funds in recent months. The vents provide improved inflow of air.
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Understand cash inflow from cradle to grave and look at the forecast and cash flow weekly, holding everyone accountable for knowing their numbers and delivering on their numbers. Expert Panel®, Forbes.com, 12 June 2026 The decisive change is on the inflow side, not the outflow side. Paul Sutter, Space.com, 9 June 2026 Investor concerns about paths to exit and recouping capital have long held back private capital inflows in Africa, but a growing market for secondaries is aiming to spur more investment. Alexander Onukwue, semafor.com, 8 June 2026 The challenge for policymakers will now be to sustain inflows in the face of economic threats beyond their control. Ashutosh Joshi, Bloomberg, 8 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for inflow

Word History

First Known Use

1839, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of inflow was in 1839

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“Inflow.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/inflow. Accessed 18 Jun. 2026.

Kids Definition

inflow

noun
in·​flow ˈin-ˌflō How to pronounce inflow (audio)
1
: the act of flowing in
2
: something that flows in

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