Inflow and Overflow

Inflow

Inflow noun - A flowing or coming in.
Usage example: the inflow of new students every September means that there will always be new blood for student organizations
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Synonyms for Inflow

Overflow and inflow are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Overflow" instead a noun "Inflow".

Nearby Word: inflowing

Overflow

Overflow noun - A great flow of water or of something that overwhelms.
Usage example: a great overflow of water from the heavy rains swept mud and silt down onto the highway

Inflow and overflow are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Inflow" instead a noun "Overflow".

Nearby Words: overflowing, overflowed, overflown
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