: a flow of air
especially
: the motion of air (as around parts of an airplane in flight) relative to the surface of a body immersed in it
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This approach enables precise control of pressure and airflow in a much smaller form factor while maintaining therapeutic effectiveness.
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Neetika Walter, Interesting Engineering, 21 Mar. 2026
The claims here are that the tweaks improve airflow by up to 35% and also make it up to 15% quieter than previous models.
—James Peckham, PC Magazine, 17 Mar. 2026
For those who prioritize cost, single-hung is the best option, but for those wanting flexible ventilation, double-hung offers the best airflow.
—Anna Popp, USA Today, 17 Mar. 2026
Temperatures inside a car can rise quickly on a hot day, leaving dogs, cats and other animals at risk of heat stroke or death if left alone without adequate airflow.
—Don Sweeney, Sacbee.com, 16 Mar. 2026
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Neetika Walter, Interesting Engineering, 21 Mar. 2026
The claims here are that the tweaks improve airflow by up to 35% and also make it up to 15% quieter than previous models.
—James Peckham, PC Magazine, 17 Mar. 2026
For those who prioritize cost, single-hung is the best option, but for those wanting flexible ventilation, double-hung offers the best airflow.
—Anna Popp, USA Today, 17 Mar. 2026
Temperatures inside a car can rise quickly on a hot day, leaving dogs, cats and other animals at risk of heat stroke or death if left alone without adequate airflow.
—Don Sweeney, Sacbee.com, 16 Mar. 2026
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“Airflow.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/airflow. Accessed 22 Mar. 2026.
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airflow
noun
air·flow
-ˌflō 
: a flow of air
especially
: the motion of air (as around parts of an airplane in flight) compared to the surface of a body surrounded by the air
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