influx

noun

in·​flux ˈin-ˌfləks How to pronounce influx (audio)
: a coming in
an influx of tourists

Examples of influx in a Sentence

The city is preparing for a large influx of tourists this summer. The company has had a sudden influx of capital.
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When Newcastle received an influx of cash from a sovereign wealth fund, fans assumed a legion of superstars would lead them to Champions League glory. Brett Koremenos, New York Times, 11 Apr. 2025 Following World War II, the United States saw an influx of Greek immigrants. Samantha Husted, Charlotte Observer, 10 Apr. 2025 The influx of wealth has been a growing trend since the COVID-19 pandemic when the city maintained relatively few restrictions. Daniel R. Depetris, MSNBC Newsweek, 10 Apr. 2025 This influx puts intense pressure on fragile states such as Chad, South Sudan, and Libya, all of which must now contend with significant resource constraints and vulnerabilities. Daniel R. Depetris, MSNBC Newsweek, 10 Apr. 2025 See All Example Sentences for influx

Word History

Etymology

Medieval Latin influxus, from Latin influere

First Known Use

1626, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of influx was in 1626

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“Influx.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/influx. Accessed 22 Apr. 2025.

Kids Definition

influx

noun
in·​flux ˈin-ˌfləks How to pronounce influx (audio)
: a flowing or coming in : inflow

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