workflow
noun
work·flow
ˈwərk-ˌflō 
variants
or less commonly work flow
: the sequence of steps involved in moving from the beginning to the end of a working process
improving office workflow
… this new upgrade isn't revolutionary. But it does a fine job of streamlining workflow and getting the business done.—
Sally Wiener Grotta
Sally Wiener GrottaThe site automates and tracks workflow as well. For example, when a subcontractor fills out a request for information, it goes directly to the general contractor, who signs off on it. The request then travels to the architect, then back to the subcontractor.—Lawrence Stevens
Lawrence StevensExamples of workflow in a Sentence
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There's been some confusing reporting around what this means for creators who use camera drones, as well as DJI's line of cameras, microphones, and gimbals as part of their workflow.
—Jim Fisher, PC Magazine, 24 Mar. 2026
In practice, however, Mbodi AI found that decision-making and workflow design often sit at a higher level of authority.
—Maria Williams, USA Today, 24 Mar. 2026
According to reports, the new factories will enable around 80% automation of the entire process, with AI handling the workflow and robots doing the lion’s share of physical labor.
—Christopher McFadden, Interesting Engineering, 21 Mar. 2026
The workflow shifts cost concentration to pre-production, reduces unpredictable on-location expenses, and makes assets reusable.
—Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 18 Mar. 2026
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Jim Fisher, PC Magazine, 24 Mar. 2026
In practice, however, Mbodi AI found that decision-making and workflow design often sit at a higher level of authority.
—Maria Williams, USA Today, 24 Mar. 2026
According to reports, the new factories will enable around 80% automation of the entire process, with AI handling the workflow and robots doing the lion’s share of physical labor.
—Christopher McFadden, Interesting Engineering, 21 Mar. 2026
The workflow shifts cost concentration to pre-production, reduces unpredictable on-location expenses, and makes assets reusable.
—Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 18 Mar. 2026
See All Example Sentences for workflow
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“Workflow.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/workflow. Accessed 29 Mar. 2026.
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