Synonyms for
Inbound
Definition
Incoming or arriving, especially in relation to transportation or logistics.
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Informal
Literary
Antonyms
Common collocations
- inbound traffic
- inbound calls
- inbound marketing
- inbound shipment
- inbound flight
- inbound train
- inbound customer
Word family
Usage note
Primarily used in business and logistics contexts to denote movement towards a specific location or entity. Can also refer to marketing strategies focused on attracting customers.
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Example sentences
- The inbound flight was delayed due to bad weather.
- The inbound train is running on time.
- The inbound traffic caused a major delay on the highway.
- We need to prepare for the inbound shipment of goods.
- The inbound students were welcomed by the school staff.
Quotes
The inbound journey was long and tiring.
The inbound flight was cancelled due to mechanical issues.
The inbound train was delayed due to a signal problem.