inbound
Americanadjective
adjective
Etymology
Origin of inbound
Example Sentences
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Inbound shipments of electronic and electrical equipment and parts were up sharply, as were imports of metal and mineral products.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 8, 2026
Inbound flights to LAX were also affected, with 12 flights canceled and 155 delayed.
From Los Angeles Times • Nov. 30, 2025
"Inbound tourism and private consumption will continue to underpin economic growth for the rest of the year," a government spokesman said.
From Reuters • Oct. 31, 2023
Inbound passengers on Tuesday were diverted to other airports, some scrambled to find alternative transport or hotel accommodation while others told the BBC they were "in limbo".
From BBC • Oct. 15, 2023
Inbound travelers need to take a PCR test before flying and quarantine in a hotel for five days and at home for three days upon arrival.
From Seattle Times • Nov. 29, 2022
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