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noun

ˈnet-ˌwərk How to pronounce network (audio)
Definition of networknext
1
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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2
as in system
something made up of many interdependent or related parts a telephone network

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3
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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network

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verb

as in to deal

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Recent Examples of network
Noun
While Switzerland is not a European Union member, it is deeply integrated into the European single market via a network of bilateral treaties. — Justina Lee, CNBC, 14 July 2026 Sortor published screenshots of the nearly identical posts and accused the network of manufacturing what appeared to be an organic grassroots conversation. — Eric Cortellessa, Time, 14 July 2026
Verb
Miller said his biggest takeaway from the SEED program was to network as much as possible so people know about your business. — Alexandra Kukulka, Chicago Tribune, 1 June 2026 The other signees include the NTCA –The Rural Broadband Association and ACA Connects, which represents various networking providers. — Michael Kan, PC Magazine, 1 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for network
Recent Examples of Synonyms for network
  1. netting
  2. system
  3. community
  4. deal
  5. net
  6. circle
  7. collaborate
  8. clique
Noun
  • Committee lead lawyer Victor Dawes said the use of non-fire-retardant scaffolding netting was very likely a key reason for the fire's rapid spread at the complex, which was undergoing a major renovation project when the blaze started.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 17 July 2026
  • Each has a long patio with seating, and sliding doors open to reveal a huge angular four-poster swathed in mosquito netting and enough floor space to hold a dance recital.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 15 July 2026
Definition of netting
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  • France’s national health insurance system would cover all associated costs.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 15 July 2026
  • On Wednesday, the Regents will discuss the history and purpose of the A-G course requirements that high school students must complete to be eligible for entry to the UC system.
    — Tarini Mehta, Sacbee.com, 15 July 2026
Definition of system
Noun
  • The rebrand reflects a broader shift in how the disability community wants to be represented, and who gets to make that call.
    — Keely Cat-Wells, Forbes.com, 18 July 2026
  • The pastor didn’t suggest endorsing candidates, but instead focusing on issues, like advocating for immigration reform, and using religion as a tool for community organizing.
    — Lauren Costantino, Miami Herald, 18 July 2026
Definition of community
Verb
  • Goldin signs deal As expected, center Vlad Goldin signed the two-way offer made two weeks ago.
    — Anthony Chiang, Miami Herald, 16 July 2026
  • He’s been dealt the difficult hand of overseeing a roster overhaul and the team’s temporary relocation to West Sacramento expected to run through next season, with his pitching staff struggling to be effective in the band-box of Sutter Health Park.
    — Chris Biderman, Sacbee.com, 16 July 2026
Definition of deal
Noun
  • The motion kicked mud, sand and the region’s famous delectable Manila clams into her net.
    — Kasha Patel, CNN Money, 18 July 2026
  • On a warm July afternoon near Fairbanks, a volunteer with the Alaska Bee Atlas kneels beside a patch of blooming fireweed, gently sweeping a net through the air.
    — Timothy Bundy, Washington Post, 17 July 2026
Definition of net
Noun
  • Overall, the address was taken seriously in partisan pro-Trump media circles, while it was treated skeptically everywhere else.
    — Brian Stelter, CNN Money, 17 July 2026
  • New friends bring new drama; from the glitzy beaches of Palm Beach to the private dunes of the Hamptons, the ladies expand their exclusive social circle, bringing in new hijinks, posh parties, and so much more.
    — Armando Tinoco, Deadline, 16 July 2026
Definition of circle
Verb
  • Scott previously collaborated with Nolan on music for Tenet (2020), and Nolan has cited the link between oral storytelling and modern rap as the inspiration for the casting.
    — Hannah Abraham, Forbes.com, 18 July 2026
  • Additional sources recently told the National Examiner that William is furious about Harry and Meghan’s reported desire to collaborate with Netflix on the documentary.
    — Allison DeGrushe, StyleCaster, 18 July 2026
Definition of collaborate
Noun
  • Since its inception, social media has been a proving ground for tween fashion and identity, offering under-16s a digital canvas to experiment with their style and form online cliques around niche interests.
    — Sophie Lou Wilson, Vogue, 2 July 2026
  • Shen wondered whether there was a random model that could produce clique-free colorings more efficiently than Erdős’ approach.
    — Leila Sloman, Quanta Magazine, 26 June 2026
Definition of clique

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