as in flow
a flowing or coming in
a sudden influx of people into the exurbs
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Recent Examples of influx
Lead host Emer O'Neill said the influx of visitors has created a lively atmosphere throughout the restaurant.
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Ross Dimattei, CBS News, 15 May 2026
Fox News Digital reporting breaks down how the influx of new tech capital is reshaping local housing dynamics and fueling a high-end property frenzy.
—Staff, FOXNews.com, 14 May 2026
The Idaho Humane Society has stopped accepting free-roaming rabbits, citing an unsustainable influx.
—Idaho Statesman, 13 May 2026
There was a big influx of Republicans, Republican Actors, Republican Directors, so many fine character actors were from Spain.
—Anthony D'alessandro, Deadline, 13 May 2026
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Ross Dimattei, CBS News, 15 May 2026
Fox News Digital reporting breaks down how the influx of new tech capital is reshaping local housing dynamics and fueling a high-end property frenzy.
—Staff, FOXNews.com, 14 May 2026
The Idaho Humane Society has stopped accepting free-roaming rabbits, citing an unsustainable influx.
—Idaho Statesman, 13 May 2026
There was a big influx of Republicans, Republican Actors, Republican Directors, so many fine character actors were from Spain.
—Anthony D'alessandro, Deadline, 13 May 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for influx
Noun
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Something about seeing the gentle flow of an expansive body of water immediately calms the nerves, sending your mind into a state of sweet stillness.—
Tara Massouleh McCay,
Southern Living,
16 May 2026
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An illustration showing how a stent can support blood flow in an artery.—
Kerry Breen,
CBS News,
16 May 2026
Noun
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In addition to deterring unwanted visitors or critters, these flood lights have also become popular among pet owners for another purpose.—
Stephanie Osmanski,
Better Homes & Gardens,
16 May 2026
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The easing of export regulations came just as Argentina’s beef production dropped by more than 10 percent due to floods and droughts, according to CICCRA, the nonprofit organization that represents Argentina’s beef producers.—
Clara Preve,
Fortune,
16 May 2026
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There are already signs that money is being repatriated as March saw the largest monthly inflow ever into Japanese sovereign bond funds.—
Jason Ma,
Fortune,
17 May 2026
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How much do galaxy mergers versus gas inflow contribute to a galaxy’s growth?—
Lisa Kewley,
The Conversation,
14 May 2026
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“Influx.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/influx. Accessed 19 May. 2026.
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