out·flow
ˈau̇t-ˌflō 
1
: a flowing out
the outflow of dollars
2
: something that flows out
outflow of a sewage treatment plant
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Noun
We joined the outflow of fans from the stadium after the game.
The vents provide improved outflow of air.
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Patrick Connolly, Orlando Sentinel, 12 Nov. 2024
Between the lines: The maps show intriguing differences between these states' population outflows.
—Alex Fitzpatrick, Axios, 3 Oct. 2024
Anniek Bao, CNBC, 6 Dec. 2024
Signet reported a net cash outflow from operating activities of $189.8 million for the year to date, compared to an outflow of $205.3 million in the prior year.
—Quartz Bot, Quartz, 5 Dec. 2024
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Verb
During the winter season, hundreds of the gentle giants make their way into Florida’s natural springs or power plant outflows as a way to keep warm.
—Patrick Connolly, Orlando Sentinel, 12 Nov. 2024
Between the lines: The maps show intriguing differences between these states' population outflows.
—Alex Fitzpatrick, Axios, 3 Oct. 2024
Noun
Indian rupee fell to record lows against the U.S. dollar earlier this week, LSEG data showed, and any monetary easing measures would likely put further pressure on the currency and likely trigger capital outflows.
—Anniek Bao, CNBC, 6 Dec. 2024
Signet reported a net cash outflow from operating activities of $189.8 million for the year to date, compared to an outflow of $205.3 million in the prior year.
—Quartz Bot, Quartz, 5 Dec. 2024
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“Outflow.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/outflow. Accessed 21 Dec. 2024.
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