influx

noun

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

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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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Other tech companies have become wary of the influx of AI agents. — Tatiana Sataua, Fortune, 19 Oct. 2026 The influx of business travelers also coincided with strong demand at Singapore's luxury hotels. — Jenny Lee,matthew Tan, CNBC, 14 Oct. 2026 In Ukraine, this can be seen in the influx of American and European weapons and economic, military, and technological support into the country since Russia’s 2022 invasion. — Justin Bronk, Foreign Affairs, 13 Oct. 2026 Where the town has failed like many in South Florida is the mass influx of development, especially in the multi-story apartment segment. — Stephen Korka, Sun Sentinel, 13 Oct. 2026 See All Example Sentences for influx

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Etymology

Medieval Latin influxus, from Latin influere

First Known Use

1626, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of influx was in 1626

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influx

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