Definition of "in-box" []

• A container in which all the papers to be dealt with are put. (noun)
• An electronic folder serving the same purpose. (noun)
• The aggregate of items that demand one's attention or effort. (noun)
• To put in (someone's) in-box. (verb)

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• "One client always referred to her in-box as the “Hell Hole.”"
• "Email flooded into my in-box, and there was much online discussion."
• "However, it becomes nearly impossible to pursue long-term goals when you are guided solely by the most recent e-mail in your in-box or call from a client."