: a flow of air
especially
: the motion of air (as around parts of an airplane in flight) relative to the surface of a body immersed in it
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Shaking them out means better airflow, which cuts drying time usually by 10-15 minutes depending on the load.
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There was also another hose disconnected for driving cooling, which affects airflow.
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Look for a soil that balances moisture, airflow, and structure.
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Ashlyn Needham, Southern Living, 13 Feb. 2026
There was also another hose disconnected for driving cooling, which affects airflow.
—Alex Zietlow, Charlotte Observer, 13 Feb. 2026
Look for a soil that balances moisture, airflow, and structure.
—Rae Ford, Martha Stewart, 11 Feb. 2026
The drones automatically adapt scanning parameters based on environmental conditions while stabilizing flight to counter strong airflow inside freezer aisles.
—Neetika Walter, Interesting Engineering, 10 Feb. 2026
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“Airflow.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/airflow. Accessed 14 Feb. 2026.
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airflow
noun
air·flow
-ˌflō 
: a flow of air
especially
: the motion of air (as around parts of an airplane in flight) compared to the surface of a body surrounded by the air
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