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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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2
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
Rick Porter, HollywoodReporter, 2 May 2025
Across a two-year period beginning at the end of 2010, China managed to penetrate and dismantle the U.S. intelligence agency’s network of spies in the country in what was revealed in 2018 to have been largely due to the agency botching its clandestine communication system.
—Miranda Jeyaretnam, Time, 2 May 2025
Jonathan Vanian, CNBC, 22 Apr. 2025
There are also industry panels, networking opportunities and more in its extensive program.
—Thomas Smith, Billboard, 10 Apr. 2025
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Noun
Keep up with all the network cancellations, renewals and new series orders with THR’s broadcast scorecard.
—Rick Porter, HollywoodReporter, 2 May 2025
Across a two-year period beginning at the end of 2010, China managed to penetrate and dismantle the U.S. intelligence agency’s network of spies in the country in what was revealed in 2018 to have been largely due to the agency botching its clandestine communication system.
—Miranda Jeyaretnam, Time, 2 May 2025
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Like other analysts, MoffettNathanson believe Temu and Shien comprise the bulk of Meta’s China business, and if those online retailers cut back on their ad campaigns this year, the social networking giant’s 2025 ad sales could be impacted by $7 billion.
—Jonathan Vanian, CNBC, 22 Apr. 2025
There are also industry panels, networking opportunities and more in its extensive program.
—Thomas Smith, Billboard, 10 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for network
Noun
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No matter your favorite fabrication—squishy netting and woven mesh are particularly popular right now—you’ll find an option on sale at Amazon.—
Jake Henry Smith,
Glamour,
8 May 2025
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Small shrubs such as roses can be covered in fine netting during the peak of beetle season.—
Arricca Elin SanSone,
Southern Living,
7 May 2025
Noun
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Saudi Arabia’s judicial system is based on an interpretation of Sharia law, a broad set of laws and precepts that aim to guide or govern the daily lives of Muslim people.—
Kathryn Palmer,
USA Today,
16 May 2025
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Plans to purchase computer software and shift to a license-plate reading system for enforcing the city’s permit parking zones — estimated to cost $80,000 — received support from the mayor and Councilmembers Jim O’Hara, Marco San Antonio and Luke Shaffer.—
Barbara Henry,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
15 May 2025
Noun
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To that end, the district’s creative community felt the time was right to expand the celebration with a new monthlong entertainment event.—
Kimberly Nordyke,
HollywoodReporter,
15 May 2025
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Historically, Black communities have been denied safe conditions to rest due to systemic oppression, chronic stress, and a constant need to overperform just to survive.—
Stephanie Long,
Essence,
15 May 2025
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There’s no shortage of Amazon deals on skincare, makeup, and beauty tools right now.—
Clara McMahon,
People.com,
16 May 2025
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By dealing directly with the club, Arsenal will avoid having to pay the entire €60m in one go.—
James McNicholas,
New York Times,
16 May 2025
Noun
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In a press conference, Suzman described the foundation’s work to come up with better bed nets and using new technological tools to make it so mosquitoes can’t carry malaria.—
Kerry A. Dolan,
Forbes.com,
9 May 2025
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The dolphins are chiefly threatened by the fishing industry — as they are sometimes accidentally caught in fishing nets, according to WWF.—
Brendan Rascius,
Miami Herald,
8 May 2025
Noun
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Daniel: Of course, this year, the passing of Pope Francis has brought additional crowds of pilgrims and mourners.—
Ari Daniel,
Smithsonian Magazine,
15 May 2025
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Come for the seafood and stay for the weekend live music and waterfront views that draw a loyal, unpretentious crowd.—
Skye Sherman,
Southern Living,
15 May 2025
Verb
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Family offices also have the opportunity to go further by not simply mimicking VCs but by leveraging their own ability to collaborate, think long-term and create enduring prosperity.—
Evan Renov,
Forbes.com,
8 May 2025
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Players are assigned roles, whether traitor or faithful, and seek to eliminate the other team by plotting, collaborating, and backstabbing.—
Griff Griffin,
MSNBC Newsweek,
8 May 2025
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After building an 11-run lead by getting a bunch of hits and getting some help, the Padres held on for a 13-9 victory over the possibly historically horrible Rockies on Friday night at Coors Field.—
Kevin Acee,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
11 May 2025
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The Vince Vaughn Netflix dramedy leads a bunch of new flicks in May that have arrived on your favorite streaming services, from Hulu and Amazon's Prime Video to Peacock and Max.—
Brian Truitt,
USA Today,
10 May 2025
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“Network.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/network. Accessed 19 May. 2025.
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