as in flow
a flowing or coming in
a sudden influx of people into the exurbs
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Recent Examples of influx
The plot follows a coastal town decimated by a Category 5 hurricane, where the resulting storm surge brings with it a terrifying influx of hungry sharks.
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Abid Rahman, HollywoodReporter, 1 Apr. 2026
In the early 2020s, both San Antonio and Austin experienced an influx of new apartment developments that outpaced demand.
—Lily O'Neill, San Antonio Express-News, 1 Apr. 2026
Georgia Power had planned to close roughly all of its remaining coal plants by the next decade but has walked back that decision as electricity demand has risen sharply because of the influx of data centers.
—Kristi Swartz, AJC.com, 1 Apr. 2026
The influx of visitors to coastal stretches of central Florida, while challenging for traffic, is a major boost for the local economy.
—Denise Chow, NBC news, 1 Apr. 2026
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Abid Rahman, HollywoodReporter, 1 Apr. 2026
In the early 2020s, both San Antonio and Austin experienced an influx of new apartment developments that outpaced demand.
—Lily O'Neill, San Antonio Express-News, 1 Apr. 2026
Georgia Power had planned to close roughly all of its remaining coal plants by the next decade but has walked back that decision as electricity demand has risen sharply because of the influx of data centers.
—Kristi Swartz, AJC.com, 1 Apr. 2026
The influx of visitors to coastal stretches of central Florida, while challenging for traffic, is a major boost for the local economy.
—Denise Chow, NBC news, 1 Apr. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for influx
Noun
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Machinery moved earth, buzz saws signaled new construction and a steady flow of trucks brought new equipment to Expo Idaho.—
Idaho Statesman,
Idaho Statesman,
5 Apr. 2026
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The Illini had trouble getting in an extended flow and at times looked deflated.—
Colleen Kane,
Chicago Tribune,
5 Apr. 2026
Noun
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During heavy rain, flooding is possible, especially in low-lying and flood-prone areas.—
STAR-TELEGRAM WEATHER BOT,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
5 Apr. 2026
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Several highways connecting the capital to the provinces have been damaged by floods and landslides, forcing travelers to take long, circuitous routes to reach Kabul, Public Works Ministry spokesman Ashraf Haqshinas said Saturday.—
Abdul Qahar Afghan,
Los Angeles Times,
4 Apr. 2026
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Both funds saw gross inflows, which combined with the 5% gates resulted in modest net outflows.—
Leslie Picker,
CNBC,
2 Apr. 2026
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In three Southern California metro areas spanning five counties, last year’s immigration count of 46,700 was a decline of 53,700 from the 2020-24 inflow pace, or a 53% tumble.—
Jonathan Lansner,
Oc Register,
30 Mar. 2026
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“Influx.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/influx. Accessed 7 Apr. 2026.
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