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Common collocations with flow in American Collocation

flow noun

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.