as in liquid
capable of moving like a liquid
a flowing silk scarf
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as in pouring
to move in a stream
water was flowing over the dam at a tremendous rate
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as in drifting
to move or proceed smoothly and readily
as everyone relaxed, the conversation really started to flow
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Recent Examples of flowing
Rachel Cormack, Robb Report, 28 Aug. 2025
Underground shelters in space Lava tubes form when flowing lava solidifies on the surface while molten rock continues moving below.
—Aamir Khollam, Interesting Engineering, 15 Aug. 2025
The design seems to be based on the recent Himalayan 450, albeit with more flowing lines across the seat and faux fuel tank, a ridged motif across the top of the fuel tank and battery cover, and sculpted mainframe and subframe bits.
—Abhimanyu Ghoshal, New Atlas, 11 June 2025
While traversing steep mountain trails and navigating undulating bent grass greens at Cliffhangers, golfers will drive carts through cascading waterfalls, cross swift flowing creeks, and wind through a cave system.
—Erik Matuszewski, Forbes.com, 5 June 2025
Where the very meaning of gender is codified in clothing and hair — facial or flowing — as well as by fiat.
—Vanessa Friedman, New York Times, 1 May 2025
Sip on tea and flowing cocktails, including rose spritzes and lychee raspberry martinis.
—Miami Herald, 16 Apr. 2025
The film’s score is, by turns, delicate and bold, flowing and discordant, unrepentantly experimental, and an echo of the grandeur of Hollywood.
—Sarah Shachat, IndieWire, 12 Feb. 2025
An earthy bride may choose a flowing and delicate gown crafted from lightweight fabrics like chiffon or lace, adorned with delicate floral appliqués or intricate crochet details.
—Kedean Smith, Essence, 12 Aug. 2024
Felicia Jackson, Forbes.com, 3 Sep. 2025
The river was flowing swiftly, washing away many people.
—Literary Hub, 3 Sep. 2025
The midi dress’ skirt included a flowing silhouette with subtle pleating.
—Julia Teti, Footwear News, 3 Sep. 2025
From its opening moments, the game’s world is vibrant, with tufts of grass flowing in the foreground while fires rage far into the distance.
—Christopher Cruz, Rolling Stone, 3 Sep. 2025
But behind the flashbulbs and flowing gowns, Cannes also offers a quietly profound cultural scene, steeped in centuries of art and Provençal heritage.
—AFAR Media, 3 Sep. 2025
Do not allow children to play in flowing water.
—Stephen Harding, AZCentral.com, 3 Sep. 2025
The white mulberry silk blend midi dress retails for $398 and features delicate black stripes, smocked bodice, removable straps, and a flowing A-line skirt.
—Ashlyn Robinette, People.com, 27 Aug. 2025
The exterior staircase will feature shapes inspired by leaves and seeds, with colors flowing from the warm tones of fall to the bright greens of spring.
—Debra Skodack, Kansas City Star, 27 Aug. 2025
Adjective
The 47-footer is both spacious and versatile, with a walkaround deck, a modular aft deck, a flowing, open-plan layout, and a surprising amount of internal volume.
—Rachel Cormack, Robb Report, 28 Aug. 2025
Underground shelters in space Lava tubes form when flowing lava solidifies on the surface while molten rock continues moving below.
—Aamir Khollam, Interesting Engineering, 15 Aug. 2025
The design seems to be based on the recent Himalayan 450, albeit with more flowing lines across the seat and faux fuel tank, a ridged motif across the top of the fuel tank and battery cover, and sculpted mainframe and subframe bits.
—Abhimanyu Ghoshal, New Atlas, 11 June 2025
While traversing steep mountain trails and navigating undulating bent grass greens at Cliffhangers, golfers will drive carts through cascading waterfalls, cross swift flowing creeks, and wind through a cave system.
—Erik Matuszewski, Forbes.com, 5 June 2025
Where the very meaning of gender is codified in clothing and hair — facial or flowing — as well as by fiat.
—Vanessa Friedman, New York Times, 1 May 2025
Sip on tea and flowing cocktails, including rose spritzes and lychee raspberry martinis.
—Miami Herald, 16 Apr. 2025
The film’s score is, by turns, delicate and bold, flowing and discordant, unrepentantly experimental, and an echo of the grandeur of Hollywood.
—Sarah Shachat, IndieWire, 12 Feb. 2025
An earthy bride may choose a flowing and delicate gown crafted from lightweight fabrics like chiffon or lace, adorned with delicate floral appliqués or intricate crochet details.
—Kedean Smith, Essence, 12 Aug. 2024
Verb
The Risk Perception Gap Despite these compelling examples and the long track record of inclusive finance institutions, capital is not flowing in sufficient amounts for inclusive finance institutions to develop their climate adaptation initiatives.
—Felicia Jackson, Forbes.com, 3 Sep. 2025
The river was flowing swiftly, washing away many people.
—Literary Hub, 3 Sep. 2025
The midi dress’ skirt included a flowing silhouette with subtle pleating.
—Julia Teti, Footwear News, 3 Sep. 2025
From its opening moments, the game’s world is vibrant, with tufts of grass flowing in the foreground while fires rage far into the distance.
—Christopher Cruz, Rolling Stone, 3 Sep. 2025
But behind the flashbulbs and flowing gowns, Cannes also offers a quietly profound cultural scene, steeped in centuries of art and Provençal heritage.
—AFAR Media, 3 Sep. 2025
Do not allow children to play in flowing water.
—Stephen Harding, AZCentral.com, 3 Sep. 2025
The white mulberry silk blend midi dress retails for $398 and features delicate black stripes, smocked bodice, removable straps, and a flowing A-line skirt.
—Ashlyn Robinette, People.com, 27 Aug. 2025
The exterior staircase will feature shapes inspired by leaves and seeds, with colors flowing from the warm tones of fall to the bright greens of spring.
—Debra Skodack, Kansas City Star, 27 Aug. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for flowing
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After dabbling in liquid hydrogen combustion engines, BMW’s first generation fuel-cell drive system, in a 5251A in 2014, was lifted from Toyota.—
Michael Taylor,
Forbes.com,
2 Sep. 2025
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And in 1935, hot liquid cheese poured onto cold stainless steel and cut into squares set the stage for Kraft Singles cheese slices.—
Alina Selyukh,
NPR,
2 Sep. 2025
Verb
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Adam Paul, Montna Farms operations manager, said that within minutes of pouring water into the dry fields, various species — birds, frogs, cranes — start to appear.—
Jake Goodrick,
Sacbee.com,
4 Sep. 2025
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The injection molding process begins with the user pouring a liquid elastomer mixture into the injection chamber.—
New Atlas,
New Atlas,
3 Sep. 2025
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The org chart becomes clearer as the season progresses, but that also involves both Ken and Esmeralda’s subplots drifting away from the main action.—
Jesse Hassenger,
Vulture,
5 Sep. 2025
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If yields are simply drifting higher, then buyers do tend to step in, said Steve Sosnick, chief strategist at Interactive Brokers.—
Lee Ying Shan,
CNBC,
4 Sep. 2025
Verb
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All four seasons of Franklin & Bash are currently streaming on Netflix.—
Allison DeGrushe,
Entertainment Weekly,
7 Sep. 2025
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Will any other games be streaming exclusives this year?—
Chris Morris,
Fortune,
5 Sep. 2025
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During my late April stay, the water was still and inviting—ideal for a morning kayaking session, gliding quietly across the lake's surface.—
Susmita Baral,
Travel + Leisure,
7 Sep. 2025
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Location Anchored between Blackfriars Bridge and the Tate Modern, Sea Containers is a front-row perch to London’s cultural tide—where the Thames unfurls like a silver sash, ferries gliding past in a daily ballet of commuters and sightseers.—
Lewis Nunn,
Forbes.com,
6 Sep. 2025
Verb
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Southlake Carroll, an eight-time state champion, knocked off Hebron twice last season — a 42-37 third-round playoff thriller, after cruising to a 59-16 win early in regular season.—
Mike Waters,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
5 Sep. 2025
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Bo Bichette and Alejandro Kirk are cruising toward their best offensive seasons.—
Mitch Bannon,
New York Times,
4 Sep. 2025
Verb
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Soderstrom followed with a drive to left, where Ward moved in and to his left before realizing the ball was sailing over his right shoulder.—
Mike Digiovanna,
Oc Register,
7 Sep. 2025
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Royal Caribbean International Royal Caribbean also encourages guests to dress up during voyages sailing over Halloween.—
Nathan Diller,
USA Today,
4 Sep. 2025
Verb
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In recent weeks grosses for the show have slipped considerably, with the weekly take at the end of August sliding to an unsustainable $505,142.—
Greg Evans,
Deadline,
7 Sep. 2025
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Last year at Monza, Red Bull struggled with balance, with the car sliding at times.—
Kanzah Maktoum,
Forbes.com,
7 Sep. 2025
Cite this Entry
“Flowing.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/flowing. Accessed 10 Sep. 2025.
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