inbound

adjective

in·​bound ˈin-ˌbau̇nd How to pronounce inbound (audio)
: inward bound
inbound traffic

Examples of inbound in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web According to the monthly Global Port Tracker report released by the National Retail Federation (NRF) and Hackett Associates, inbound cargo volume across July and August is expected to total 2.34 million 20-foot equivalent units (TEUs) per month. Glenn Taylor, Sourcing Journal, 8 Aug. 2024 There are far fewer inbound phone calls and a lot more inbound customer inquiries have migrated to live chats. John Kell, Fortune, 7 Aug. 2024 Within the last few years, NASA has taken steps to protect humanity from threats posed by not only asteroids but also other inbound objects, such as comets. Eric Lagatta, USA TODAY, 31 July 2024 Meanwhile, retailers are stocking up to meet demand, and inbound cargo volume at major U.S. ports is expected to reach its highest level in nearly two years this summer. Vicki M. Young, Sourcing Journal, 9 July 2024 See all Example Sentences for inbound 

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Word History

First Known Use

1894, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of inbound was in 1894

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“Inbound.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/inbound. Accessed 17 Sep. 2024.

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inbound

adjective
in·​bound ˈin-ˌbau̇nd How to pronounce inbound (audio)
: inward bound
inbound traffic
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