flow
Translation
to flow, to stream, to pour
Examples
The river flows to the sea.
The river flows to the sea.
Ideas flowed during the meeting.
Ideas flowed during the meeting.
Traffic is flowing smoothly.
Traffic is flowing smoothly.
Grammar Patterns
((subject + flow)) to move steadily and continuously The river flows to the sea.
((flow + adverb)) to move in a particular way Traffic is flowing smoothly.
Similar Words
Synonyms: stream, pour, run, gush; Antonyms: stagnate, stop, halt
Etymology
From Old English 'flowan' meaning 'to flow, stream', related to 'flood'.
Memory Tips
To remember, think of going with the 'flow' like water in a river.