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noun

ˈnet-ˌwərk How to pronounce network (audio)
Definition of networknext
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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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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
White Nile and North Kordofan states have been cut off from the grid, and the damage will be felt for months, the regional network director said. — Hamza Fahmy, Los Angeles Times, 1 Nov. 2026 The entity will build on Lateam’s existing client portfolio while developing new business relationships by utilizing Ykone’s global network. — Martino Carrera, Footwear News, 30 Oct. 2026
Verb
As co-chair of the Sacramento County Women and Girls Festival, Campbell brought 100 different organizations together to create a space for nonprofits and agencies to network while providing information and resources to area women. — Anne Ewbank, Sacbee.com, 28 Aug. 2026 The city also ranks second among mid-sized cities for coworking density, providing young professionals with abundant opportunities to network, collaborate and work flexibly. — Bryan Robinson, Forbes.com, 20 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
  • In 2023, a cut in the protective netting around an enclosure in the Central Park Zoo allowed a Eurasian eagle-owl to escape into the park.
    — Kathryn VanArendonk, Vulture, 14 Oct. 2026
  • American soldiers gather at a border monitoring post in Roma, Texas, where an infantry vehicle with camouflage netting sits between houses.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 13 Oct. 2026
Definition of netting
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  • The acquisition adds expertise in developing AI systems that allow robots to understand their environments and perform physical tasks.
    — Jijo Malayil, Interesting Engineering, 2 Nov. 2026
  • Research on whether current or future AI systems could develop consciousness may further bolster the nascent AI rights movement.
    — Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 2 Nov. 2026
Definition of system
Noun
  • Guests build their own complimentary plate and then head out to one of the giant community firepits to toast their treats.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 31 Oct. 2026
  • Prosecuting attorney Andrew Haws asked the court to impose a life sentence, arguing that Paz posed a risk to law enforcement and the community.
    — Harllie Stevenson, Idaho Statesman, 30 Oct. 2026
Definition of community
Verb
  • The tragedy deals a fresh blow to Sánchez’ left-wing government, which has already faced corruption scandals, protests over housing affordability and the Ceuta mass migrant crossing earlier this year.
    — Vasco Cotovio, CNN Money, 29 Oct. 2026
  • Then again, the Jets have proven to deal first-round talent after doing so last season amid a fire sale of their own.
    — Scott Thompson OutKick, FOXNews.com, 29 Oct. 2026
Definition of deal
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  • Experts found that the use of foam boards, non-fire-retardant scaffolding nets and canvases contributed to the fire's spread, the report said.
    — Arkansas Online, Arkansas Online, 30 Oct. 2026
  • His post on Wednesday night focused on the golf course itself, particularly holes in the driving range net.
    — Rachel Treisman, NPR, 30 Oct. 2026
Definition of net
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  • Still, the very idea of such a thing freezes my brain, locking it into a mental feedback loop that’s the equivalent of running around in a tight circle flapping my arms wildly and screaming.
    — Phil Plait, Scientific American, 30 Oct. 2026
  • The plan reflects growing recognition within defense planning circles that a future conflict could affect not only battlefields overseas but also the infrastructure and industrial networks supporting military operations at home.
    — Prabhat Ranjan Mishra, Interesting Engineering, 30 Oct. 2026
Definition of circle
Verb
  • While big fashion brands routinely collaborate with blue-chip artists, Kriemler has a knack for rooting out under-the-radar or on-the-cusp talents, always trusting his instincts.
    — Miles Socha, Footwear News, 24 Oct. 2026
  • The property collaborated with Nobu and the food is clean and delicious—unsurprisingly, lots of raw fish and produce like spicy microgreens and August-sweet tomatoes grown at Sensei’s hydroponic farm down the road.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 23 Oct. 2026
Definition of collaborate
Noun
  • Otherwise, though, the series is fairly loose, allowing the contestants a lot of time to swan around the villa and divide into a collection of cliques.
    — Roxana Hadadi, Vulture, 28 Oct. 2026
  • That finale’s cliffhanger had left Snow’s Sophie cut out of the clique run by Åkerman’s Margo.
    — Jackie Strause, HollywoodReporter, 20 Oct. 2026
Definition of clique

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“Network.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/network. Accessed 3 Nov. 2026.

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