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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
Griselda Flores, Billboard, 23 Aug. 2025
The rapid growth of cloud computing and artificial intelligence has fueled demand for energy-hungry data centers that need power to run servers, storage systems, networking equipment and cooling systems.
—Sheryl Estrada, Fortune, 22 Aug. 2025
Brian Stelter, CNN Money, 7 Sep. 2025
Moore suggested deep breathing to dial down your defensive/judging networks and practice self-compassion for three to four minutes, followed by grounding in values and setting intentions.
—Vicki Salemi, Boston Herald, 7 Sep. 2025
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Noun
Latin Music Week will feature panels, live performances, workshops, and networking events, wrapping up with a special celebration concert on Oct. 24.
—Griselda Flores, Billboard, 23 Aug. 2025
The rapid growth of cloud computing and artificial intelligence has fueled demand for energy-hungry data centers that need power to run servers, storage systems, networking equipment and cooling systems.
—Sheryl Estrada, Fortune, 22 Aug. 2025
Verb
The live coverage, however, mostly emphasized the impact on the players, in keeping with the network’s focus on sports.
—Brian Stelter, CNN Money, 7 Sep. 2025
Moore suggested deep breathing to dial down your defensive/judging networks and practice self-compassion for three to four minutes, followed by grounding in values and setting intentions.
—Vicki Salemi, Boston Herald, 7 Sep. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for network
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Products like organic soap sprays and organic horticultural oil control smaller pests, while tree guards, netting, and fruit protection bags are musts for deterring birds and large critters such as groundhogs or raccoons, or deer that may damage the tree bark.—
Lauren Landers,
Better Homes & Gardens,
2 Sep. 2025
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Allstate’s logo appeared on the netting behind goal posts on one end of the field.—
Larry Lage,
Chicago Tribune,
31 Aug. 2025
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Driving through deep water can also negatively affect a vehicle's mechanical and electrical systems.—
NC Weather Bot,
Charlotte Observer,
5 Sep. 2025
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Bondi, 59, intervened in a number of cases to alter the criteria for granting asylum in her role as the head of the immigration-court system, The Wall Street Journal reported.—
Madison E. Goldberg,
PEOPLE,
5 Sep. 2025
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From Silicon Valley to Ely and East Last Vegas, our communities have seen the impacts of decades of cuts to public education.—
Erica Mosca,
MSNBC Newsweek,
4 Sep. 2025
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Big Sky, Montana Swift and Kelce have previously gone on romantic retreats to Big Sky – even being linked to the highly exclusive, members-only Yellowstone Club – so the couple could pick the luxurious mountain community as a serene wedding destination.—
Kathleen Wong,
USA Today,
4 Sep. 2025
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Jerry Jones ultimately decided to cut ties with the star linebacker, dealing him to the Green Bay Packers.—
Kevin McCormick,
MSNBC Newsweek,
4 Sep. 2025
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The rise of fascism encroaches on her like a disease, culminating in a personal invitation from Mussolini himself, but we’re dealt countless scenes of Eleonora’s psychosis before we’re granted a contextual explanation of what feeds it.—
Blake Simons,
IndieWire,
3 Sep. 2025
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Ulloa was among dozens of men that day who boarded their small glass-fiber boats in groups of three, armed with nets and lines to hunt for tuna, snapper and groupers to bring back and sell in Caracas.—
Andrew Raine,
CNN Money,
4 Sep. 2025
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At the event, volunteers were armed with large white butterfly nets and headed down the Hank Aaron Trail to track down and tag the super generation’s monarch butterflies, Steinhauer said.—
Alyssa N. Salcedo,
jsonline.com,
4 Sep. 2025
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Owalas are made with stainless steel, so water stays cold for hours, and the 16-ounce size is ideal for the younger kid crowd.—
Chaunie Brusie,
Parents,
3 Sep. 2025
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Throughout the 90 minute show, the quintet made their disparate sounds flow into a cohesive setlist, with Lewis’ strong vocals stunning the already-rapt crowd.—
William Earl,
Variety,
2 Sep. 2025
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McDonald's previously collaborated with the singers for a popular BTS Meal in 2021.—
Melina Khan,
USA Today,
4 Sep. 2025
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Armani started his menswear line in 1975 after being a freelance designer and collaborating frequently with Sergio Galeotti.—
Lea Veloso,
StyleCaster,
4 Sep. 2025
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Storm Breaker, donning black and white patterning, is probably the least attractive of the bunch (to me, anyway).—
Mitch Wallace,
Forbes.com,
4 Sep. 2025
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But the new film, set in 1986, finds the Warrens dealing with a bunch of personal matters, as well as a Pennsylvania family haunted by a mirror cursed with malevolent spirits.—
Brian Truitt,
USA Today,
3 Sep. 2025
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“Network.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/network. Accessed 10 Sep. 2025.
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