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as in netting
a fabric made of strands loosely twisted, knotted, or woven together at regular intervals
didn't like to embroider network as it tore so easily
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as in system
something made up of many interdependent or related parts
a telephone network
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as in community
a group of people sharing a common interest and relating together socially
being gradually introduced to the network of African-American business leaders in the city
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as in to deal
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Recent Examples of network
Kerry Brown, Forbes.com, 18 Sep. 2025
Schlotman said the Cineposium is traditionally used for film commissions to network with and learn from each other.
—David Wysong, Cincinnati Enquirer, 12 Sep. 2025
Steven Louis Goldstein, New York Times, 8 Oct. 2025
The administration’s moves target Maduro’s alleged leadership of organized crime and drug-trafficking networks, while U.S. naval forces, including a missile-armed cruiser and a clandestine operations vessel, are positioned within striking distance of Venezuelan territory.
—Amir Daftari, MSNBC Newsweek, 8 Oct. 2025
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Noun
No medal for learning to network.
—Kerry Brown, Forbes.com, 18 Sep. 2025
Schlotman said the Cineposium is traditionally used for film commissions to network with and learn from each other.
—David Wysong, Cincinnati Enquirer, 12 Sep. 2025
Verb
The network’s full broadcast lineup is listed here.
—Steven Louis Goldstein, New York Times, 8 Oct. 2025
The administration’s moves target Maduro’s alleged leadership of organized crime and drug-trafficking networks, while U.S. naval forces, including a missile-armed cruiser and a clandestine operations vessel, are positioned within striking distance of Venezuelan territory.
—Amir Daftari, MSNBC Newsweek, 8 Oct. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for network
Noun
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In recent years, signs about local wildlife and the Dana Point Headlands have been added, vibrant art has spruced up the restroom building and netting was added to keep birds from gathering and pooping into the water.—
Laylan Connelly,
Oc Register,
16 Oct. 2025
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The ball was flying toward the netting behind home plate.—
Fabian Ardaya,
New York Times,
10 Oct. 2025
Noun
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For instance, in the Florida Keys, the discovery that a bacterium found in human wastewater was behind white pox disease in elkhorn coral led to sewage system upgrades.—
JSTOR Daily,
JSTOR Daily,
17 Oct. 2025
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The shipborne system draws tracking data from the Baden-Württemberg’s TRS-4D AESA radar, integrated into its combat management system.—
Aamir Khollam,
Interesting Engineering,
17 Oct. 2025
Noun
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Set against a backdrop of music, marching bands, and protest, the film uses satire and song to confront colorism, elitism, and classism within the Black community.—
Okla Jones,
Essence,
16 Oct. 2025
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There is a mandatory part of the academy scholarship where boys undertake community projects, working with schools in deprived areas close to St James’.—
George Caulkin,
New York Times,
16 Oct. 2025
Verb
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This comes after Hamas and Israel have exchanged surviving hostages and prisoners in the first phase of a ceasefire deal for the war in Gaza.—
NPR,
NPR,
15 Oct. 2025
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The theft dealt a significant operational and financial blow and the company shuttered operations in mid-2025.—
Rhonda Richford,
Footwear News,
14 Oct. 2025
Noun
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The third quarter net-write off rate was flat.—
Kevin Stankiewicz,Matthew J. Belvedere,
CNBC,
17 Oct. 2025
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Boldy had 17 shot attempts in Tuesday’s loss in Dallas (10 on net).—
Joe Smith,
New York Times,
17 Oct. 2025
Noun
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His campaign already claims 6,000 volunteers and his town hall appearances have drawn large crowds.—
NPR,
NPR,
14 Oct. 2025
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Police say Balmer broke in through the southern wing of the residence, into a room often used to entertain crowds and display art.—
CNN Money,
CNN Money,
14 Oct. 2025
Verb
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With Bleachers, he’s collaborated with heroes like Bruce Springsteen while turning his band into a live juggernaut.—
Brittany Spanos,
Rolling Stone,
16 Oct. 2025
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The 28-year-old wunderkind has already garnered numerous Grammy, Golden Globe, and Academy Award wins, and frequently collaborates with another renowned performer, his sister Billie Eilish.—
Viju Mathew,
Robb Report,
16 Oct. 2025
Noun
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There are far more menacing 4X space game series out there, but Galactic Civilizations is an extremely welcoming experience for new players while still offering a bunch of depth and strategic choices for players to make.—
Fran Ruiz,
Space.com,
14 Oct. 2025
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Nevertheless, slinging the ball around to a bunch of no-names, Mayfield willed the Bucs to a 30-19 win over the 49ers, throwing for 256 yards, two touchdowns and no interceptions.—
Scott Fowler,
Charlotte Observer,
14 Oct. 2025
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“Network.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/network. Accessed 19 Oct. 2025.
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