cash flow

noun

1

: a measure of an organization's liquidity that usually consists of net income after taxes plus noncash charges against income

2

: a flow of cash

especially : one that provides solvency

Examples of cash flow in a Sentence

We were able to maintain a steady cash flow.

The company is looking at new ways to generate cash flow.

Recent Examples on the Web

When a lockout hits, a team’s operating cash flow goes dark, but an owner’s liquidity remains intact through standing institutional bids and private debt. — Chris Koras, Sportico.com, 28 Sep. 2026

This project, called Kilby, is expected to see its first power delivery in 2028 and generate mid-teens returns and long-term cash flows. — Tipranks Staff, CNBC, 27 Sep. 2026

To improve cash flow, Funko renegotiated its credit agreement. — Los Angeles Times, 26 Sep. 2026

Tax decisions can influence cash flow, investment timing and overall financial planning. — Prasanna Kumar, Forbes.com, 25 Sep. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1954, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Rhymes for cash flow

• acknow
• aglow
• ago
• airglow
• aloe
• altho
• although
• ammo
• backflow
• backhoe
• banjo
• barbeau