inflow

noun

in·​flow ˈin-ˌflō How to pronounce inflow (audio)
: 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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Among engaged community members, a tweet or Instagram post about a crypto project can trigger an inflow of new users, and this is being recognized and rewarded. Charles Wayn, Forbes.com, 30 June 2025 Year after year, our trade deficit is matched by an inflow of foreign investment. Peter Aitken, MSNBC Newsweek, 27 June 2025 The strong economy has helped draw millions more every year, with the inflow driving the U.S. population over 340 million. Laurie Kellman, Los Angeles Times, 17 June 2025 That would translate in an inflow of more than $1 million over a week as a result of the increase in traverses. Leen Al-Rashdan, Fortune, 21 June 2025 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 15 Jul. 2025.

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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