as in flow
a flowing or coming in
a sudden influx of people into the exurbs
Synonyms & Similar Words
Relevance
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
Example Sentences
Examples are automatically compiled from online sources to
show current usage.
Read More
Opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors.
Send us feedback.
Recent Examples of influx
For the influx of transplant parents moving to Charlotte, enrolling their children in the city’s top private schools now comes with a hefty price tag.
—
Chase Jordan
june 4, Charlotte Observer, 4 June 2026
With several matches scheduled to be played at Dallas Stadium in Arlington, some North Texans may have an opportunity to cash in on the influx of visitors.
—Tiffani Jackson, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 3 June 2026
But the governor has repeatedly argued that Florida should capitalize on the resulting influx of wealth flowing into the state.
—Garrett Shanley, Miami Herald, 3 June 2026
This subversive summer scent trend is also a natural offshoot of last year’s influx of fill-in-the-blank-savory-food-girl summer; 2025’s tomato perfume is 2026’s sea salt scent.
—Kara Jillian Brown, InStyle, 3 June 2026
See All Example Sentences for influx
Chase Jordan
june 4, Charlotte Observer, 4 June 2026
With several matches scheduled to be played at Dallas Stadium in Arlington, some North Texans may have an opportunity to cash in on the influx of visitors.
—Tiffani Jackson, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 3 June 2026
But the governor has repeatedly argued that Florida should capitalize on the resulting influx of wealth flowing into the state.
—Garrett Shanley, Miami Herald, 3 June 2026
This subversive summer scent trend is also a natural offshoot of last year’s influx of fill-in-the-blank-savory-food-girl summer; 2025’s tomato perfume is 2026’s sea salt scent.
—Kara Jillian Brown, InStyle, 3 June 2026
See All Example Sentences for influx
Recent Examples of Synonyms for influx
Noun
-
At the heart of this experience is the Iain Nicolson Audubon Center at Rowe Sanctuary, a 3,000-acre preserve, where center director Marcos Stoltzfus and his team serve as planners and guides, coordinating both conservation efforts and the flow of tens of thousands of visitors each season.—
Arati Menon,
Condé Nast Traveler,
7 June 2026
-
The converter manages the flow of electricity between the battery and the vehicle's various electrical systems.—
James Morris,
Forbes.com,
6 June 2026
Noun
-
When heavy rain occurs, there is a potential for flooding, particularly in areas that are low-lying or prone to floods.—
STAR-TELEGRAM WEATHER BOT,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
7 June 2026
-
The result is a relentless flood of advice that derives its authority not from expertise but from personal testimony, endlessly reinforcing the idea that your feelings are your most important parenting instrument.—
Nina Bandelj,
Chicago Tribune,
6 June 2026
Noun
-
Alongside the tectonic activity, Obiero says changing weather patterns in southwestern Ethiopia are likely a significant factor, increasing inflow into the lake through the Omo river, its major tributary.—
Tommy Trenchard,
NPR,
31 May 2026
-
With a significant chunk of Kenya’s remittance inflows sent through mobile money services and fintechs, past introduction of taxes on mobile money has led to a decline in remittances to households with lower incomes.—
Martin K.N Siele,
semafor.com,
25 May 2026
Cite this Entry
“Influx.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/influx. Accessed 7 Jun. 2026.
Copy CitationLove words? Need even more definitions?
Merriam-Webster unabridged
