Collocation Dictionary
Common collocations with flow in American Collocation
flow
noun
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Around 90% of spoken and written English relies on just 7,500 common words.
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What are red words?
Around 90% of spoken and written English relies on just 7,500 common words.These words are highlighted in red and are ranked using a star system.
- One-star words are commonly used
- Two-star words are even more common
- Three-star words are the most frequently used
US
/floʊ/
constant
constant
continuous
steady
uninterrupted
The brain is dependent on a continuous flow of blood.
in one/both directions
one-way
two-way
We need a two-way flow of information and ideas.
not blocked
free
smooth
The air cleaner ensures a smooth flow of air in the carburettors.
of a substance or object
aid
air
blood
cash
energy
gas
heat
lava
river
traffic
water
Blood flow to the finger is faster than it is to other areas of the body.
of ideas or an activity
data
information
work
Using the most appropriate work flow processes and communication technology will speed up the project.
stop, reduce, or block the flow
block
disrupt
impede
interrupt
obstruct
reduce
restrict
staunch
stem
stop
A dam is built across a river to restrict the flow of water.
keep, improve, or increase the flow
ease
facilitate
improve
increase
maintain
stimulate
The arrangement will facilitate a free flow of information to all parties.
control the flow
control
manage
regulate
Chakras regulate the flow of energy around our energy system.