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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
Barry Jackson, Miami Herald, 13 Feb. 2026
Multiple networks, including NBC News, have been holding internal briefings with senior staff and on-air talent about their own safety and that of their family members.
—Lizzie Lanuza, StyleCaster, 13 Feb. 2026
Avery Stone, HollywoodReporter, 29 Oct. 2025
Fashion Hub also offered a space for designers to network with the public and fashion industry movers and shakers.
—Fairchild Studio, Footwear News, 28 Oct. 2025
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Noun
The Wall Street Journal reported that all teams that have left the FanDuel networks have seen their TV revenue decline.
—Barry Jackson, Miami Herald, 13 Feb. 2026
Multiple networks, including NBC News, have been holding internal briefings with senior staff and on-air talent about their own safety and that of their family members.
—Lizzie Lanuza, StyleCaster, 13 Feb. 2026
Verb
Located in Santa Monica, the sleek, sprawling facility combines a private dog park with a café, bar and event space, offering a stylish retreat where dogs can play and their owners can network, grab a drink or just chill.
—Avery Stone, HollywoodReporter, 29 Oct. 2025
Fashion Hub also offered a space for designers to network with the public and fashion industry movers and shakers.
—Fairchild Studio, Footwear News, 28 Oct. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for network
Noun
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In yards and gardens, plant tags, synthetic twine, netting, and landscape fabric can also fragment into tiny pieces when mixed into soil or added to the compost pile.—
Dr. Avishesh Neupane,
Hartford Courant,
7 Feb. 2026
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Around a sharp turn, about 20 seconds into her run, Vonn lost her balance after coming off a jump and skidded into the netting, lying on her back as medical personnel rushed to her aid.—
Zack Pierce,
New York Times,
30 Jan. 2026
Noun
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Californians know a single strong storm can improve the state’s snowpack and back-to-back systems could wipe out deficits.—
Monica Garske,
USA Today,
10 Feb. 2026
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Otherwise, the law is made a mockery and those who followed the law to become citizens will rightfully be angry about a system that treats law-abiders and law-breakers the same.—
Cal Thomas,
Arkansas Online,
10 Feb. 2026
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The synthetic opioid is far more potent than heroin and has devastated communities across the country.—
Greg Wehner,
FOXNews.com,
6 Feb. 2026
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The fall of el-Fasher in October 2025 to the Rapid Support Forces set off an exodus of people to nearby towns, straining the resources of neighboring communities and driving up food insecurity rates, the report said.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
6 Feb. 2026
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And there was smoke to that fire, with ESPN reporting that if Giannis is not dealt, he might be held out the balance of the season to enhance the Bucks’ lottery position.—
Ira Winderman,
Sun Sentinel,
5 Feb. 2026
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The Golden State Warriors found their dependable big man by acquiring Kristaps Porzingis from Atlanta and granted forward Jonathan Kuminga his wish to be traded while also dealing guard Buddy Hield to the Hawks, according to a person with knowledge of the deal.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
5 Feb. 2026
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By approaching asset protection as a proactive, comprehensive strategy, high-net-worth clients can safeguard not only their wealth but also the stability and legacy it is meant to support.—
Malana VanTyler,
USA Today,
10 Feb. 2026
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Spotify racked up its highest quarterly net adds of monthly users to date in Q4 2025 — reaching a total of 751 million monthly active users, a gain of 38 million in the period.—
Todd Spangler,
Variety,
10 Feb. 2026
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First, there are the concentric circle features, which look like wispy shells of ejecta blown off of the star.—
Big Think,
Big Think,
11 Feb. 2026
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Several people in European power circles are facing inquiries or investigations, while others have stepped down from various professional roles.—
Kathryn Palmer,
USA Today,
11 Feb. 2026
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For this most prestigious honor of the Those Who Excel awards, recipients have demonstrated a significant commitment to equity and student success, regularly collaborate to create positive school cultures and serve as lifelong learners who inspire the broader community, according to the ISBE.—
Pioneer Press,
Chicago Tribune,
13 Feb. 2026
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King also created 2 Broke Girls, which ran for six seasons on CBS, and collaborated with RuPaul Charles on the dramedy AJ and the Queen on Netflix.—
Ted Johnson,
Deadline,
13 Feb. 2026
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In that worldview, what mattered was the welfare of the governed, not of the governing clique.—
Andreas Kluth,
Mercury News,
10 Feb. 2026
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And the Thom Browne clique has become thee group to go to the Met Gala with.—
Bethy Squires,
Vulture,
9 Feb. 2026
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“Network.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/network. Accessed 14 Feb. 2026.
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