cash flow
noun
1
: a measure of an organization's liquidity that usually consists of net income after taxes plus noncash charges against income
2
: a flow of cash
especially
: one that provides solvency
Examples of cash flow in a Sentence
We were able to maintain a steady cash flow.
The company is looking at new ways to generate cash flow.
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But none of that works without a clear handle on cash flow.
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David Mozeika, Forbes.com, 18 May 2026
Auto and equipment dealerships are ripe for taking advantage of bonus depreciation and check off other important boxes for families like reliable cash flow, according to Joe Mowery, head of dealership investment banking at Stephens.
—Hayley Cuccinello, CNBC, 15 May 2026
If you’re financially pressed, confused about money, or just want a little free help figuring out how to improve your cash flow, you may be tempted to use AI.
—Jeanne Sahadi, CNN Money, 13 May 2026
Why phantom income matters Phantom income can create a mismatch between your company’s (or your household’s) tax liability versus its cash flow.
—Bydoug Ashburn, Encyclopedia Britannica, 8 May 2026
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David Mozeika, Forbes.com, 18 May 2026
Auto and equipment dealerships are ripe for taking advantage of bonus depreciation and check off other important boxes for families like reliable cash flow, according to Joe Mowery, head of dealership investment banking at Stephens.
—Hayley Cuccinello, CNBC, 15 May 2026
If you’re financially pressed, confused about money, or just want a little free help figuring out how to improve your cash flow, you may be tempted to use AI.
—Jeanne Sahadi, CNN Money, 13 May 2026
Why phantom income matters Phantom income can create a mismatch between your company’s (or your household’s) tax liability versus its cash flow.
—Bydoug Ashburn, Encyclopedia Britannica, 8 May 2026
See All Example Sentences for cash flow
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“Cash flow.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/cash%20flow. Accessed 20 May. 2026.
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