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

While districts with more financial cushion will be able to make do during the latest bill gap, CPS’ cash flow problems have made the lag that much more dire. — Kate Armanini, Chicago Tribune, 1 Aug. 2026

Although the Facebook and Instagram parent continued to post strong advertising growth, investors focused on a softer revenue outlook, higher capital spending, and a roughly 91% decline in free cash flow . — Alexa Lomonaco, CNBC, 1 Aug. 2026

Grant writing offers a predictable, formulaic path to cash flow compared to the unpredictable grind of B2B sales or direct-to-consumer acquisition. — Allbusiness, Forbes.com, 1 Aug. 2026

Worries are high that such spending is eating into companies’ cash flows and may not ultimately be worth it if AI does not produce as much productivity and profits as promised. — Stan Choe, Fortune, 31 July 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