Inflow
(noun)
- The flow of liquid, gas, or air into a place or container.
- The flow of money, resources, or people into a country or organization.
Origin:
Mid 19th century: from in-1 + flow.
Examples:
- The inflow of water into the dam was greater than its outflow, causing the dam to overflow.
- The inflow of tourists to the city increased during the summer months.
- The inflow of refugees into the country was straining its resources.
- The inflow of new investors provided much-needed capital for the startup.
- The inflow of oil into the pipeline was slowed down due to a malfunction.