influx

noun

in·​flux ˈin-ˌfləks How to pronounce influx (audio)
: a coming in
an influx of tourists

Examples of influx in a Sentence

The city is preparing for a large influx of tourists this summer. The company has had a sudden influx of capital.
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The deadline typically leads to an influx of players around the league entering the open market and potentially some deals are made around the league. Patrick McAvoy, MSNBC Newsweek, 21 Nov. 2025 Some question whether other federal departments have the capacity to take on an influx of new work. Collin Binkley, Fortune, 21 Nov. 2025 To prepare for the influx of new gifts and holiday items, go room by room and clear out anything that is ripped, stained, broken, or unused. Gabi De La Rosa, Southern Living, 20 Nov. 2025 And in West Lafayette, a similar influx means the Purdue chapter has to book larger rooms for events. Cate Charron, IndyStar, 17 Nov. 2025 See All Example Sentences for influx

Word History

Etymology

Medieval Latin influxus, from Latin influere

First Known Use

1626, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of influx was in 1626

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“Influx.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/influx. Accessed 25 Nov. 2025.

Kids Definition

influx

noun
in·​flux ˈin-ˌfləks How to pronounce influx (audio)
: a flowing or coming in : inflow

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