influx — the arrival or entry of large numbers of people or things
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: the arrival or entry of large numbers of people or things
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈɪnflʌks/
Korean meaning: 대량 유입, 대거 몰려옴
Korean pronunciation: **인**플럭스
Example Sentences
- The new bubble tea shop couldn't handle the influx of K-pop fans after their idol posted about it on Instagram.
- The government is struggling to manage the influx of foreign investment in the tech sector.
- After the exam results were announced, there was an influx of celebration posts on social media.
influx
NOUN//ˈɪnflʌks//
the arrival or entry of large numbers of people or things
A sudden influx of tourists floods the tiny seaside village this morning.
🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
From Latin 'influxus', the past participle of 'influere', meaning 'to flow in'. The word combines the prefix 'in-' (in) with 'fluere' (to flow).
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📝Examples
“The new bubble tea shop couldn't handle the influx of K-pop fans after their idol posted about it on Instagram.”
“The government is struggling to manage the influx of foreign investment in the tech sector.”
“After the exam results were announced, there was an influx of celebration posts on social media.”
“The small island wasn't prepared for the influx of delivery drones during the shopping festival.”
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