networking
noun
net·work·ing
ˈnet-ˌwər-kiŋ 
1
: the exchange of information or services among individuals, groups, or institutions
specifically
: the cultivation of productive relationships for employment or business
… networking remains the No. 1 cause of job attainment … —
Hal Lancaster
Hal Lancaster 2
: the establishment or use of a computer network
He has extensive experience in computer networking and information security.
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The restaurant is renowned for its Sunday brunch buffet, which has been voted Best in the State for many years, and is a meeting place for celebrating families, business networking and community service organizations.
—The Providence Journal, 13 Mar. 2026
The cross-industry initiative will return May 26–27 for two days of keynotes, panels and networking focused on scaling next-generation fiber solutions and strengthening collaboration across the value chain.
—Alexandra Harrell, Sourcing Journal, 12 Mar. 2026
Comcast Business Solutions additions to the four Connecticut communities is to include connectivity, networking, cybersecurity and secure networking, voice, mobility and more, according to the company.
—Staff Report, Hartford Courant, 10 Mar. 2026
In the first four weeks of the trial, Kaley’s team tried to convince the jury that the networking platforms were designed by the companies to drive profit at the expense of young people’s well-being.
—Bloomberg, Mercury News, 10 Mar. 2026
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The Providence Journal, 13 Mar. 2026
The cross-industry initiative will return May 26–27 for two days of keynotes, panels and networking focused on scaling next-generation fiber solutions and strengthening collaboration across the value chain.
—Alexandra Harrell, Sourcing Journal, 12 Mar. 2026
Comcast Business Solutions additions to the four Connecticut communities is to include connectivity, networking, cybersecurity and secure networking, voice, mobility and more, according to the company.
—Staff Report, Hartford Courant, 10 Mar. 2026
In the first four weeks of the trial, Kaley’s team tried to convince the jury that the networking platforms were designed by the companies to drive profit at the expense of young people’s well-being.
—Bloomberg, Mercury News, 10 Mar. 2026
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“Networking.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/networking. Accessed 17 Mar. 2026.
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