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as in nets
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 systems
something made up of many interdependent or related parts
a telephone network
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as in communities
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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Recent Examples of networks
Allison McClain Merrill,
Parents,
5 July 2026
Their assets, systems and networks are considered so essential that their disruption would have a debilitating impact on national security, public safety or the economy.
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Emil Sayegh,
Forbes.com,
4 July 2026
Democrats, who leaned heavily on small-dollar fundraising in recent election cycles, warned the decision would further expand the influence of megadonors and wealthy political networks in federal campaigns.
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David Sivak,
The Washington Examiner,
4 July 2026
Hotels are offering 50% discounts, schools, mosques and sports halls have been prepared to house mourners, and bus and rail networks are being diverted to serve the main events.
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Parisa Hafezi,
USA Today,
3 July 2026
Gumede’s consortium bought Tongaat Hulett out of near liquidation earlier this year, taking control of a business whose mills and grower networks anchor rural economies across Mozambique, South Africa, and Zimbabwe.
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Tiisetso Motsoeneng,
semafor.com,
3 July 2026
Combined with long-range drones, electronic warfare systems and missile launchers housed in similar containers, the concept could create highly adaptable battlefield networks.
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Prabhat Ranjan Mishra,
Interesting Engineering,
3 July 2026
Post-9/11, aggressive counterterrorism fractured those centralized networks.
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Anne Neuberger,
The Atlantic,
3 July 2026
In Dublin and in later Irish protests outside asylum housing, far-right networks and online influencers used digital platforms to intensify grievances and spread anti-migrant views.
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Donathan L. Brown,
The Conversation,
24 June 2026
Noun
Disney Channel Kids The tween audience of the early aughts had multiple networks catering to them, and Disney Channel’s musical ascent was just beginning.
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Allison McClain Merrill,
Parents,
5 July 2026
Their assets, systems and networks are considered so essential that their disruption would have a debilitating impact on national security, public safety or the economy.
—
Emil Sayegh,
Forbes.com,
4 July 2026
Democrats, who leaned heavily on small-dollar fundraising in recent election cycles, warned the decision would further expand the influence of megadonors and wealthy political networks in federal campaigns.
—
David Sivak,
The Washington Examiner,
4 July 2026
Hotels are offering 50% discounts, schools, mosques and sports halls have been prepared to house mourners, and bus and rail networks are being diverted to serve the main events.
—
Parisa Hafezi,
USA Today,
3 July 2026
Gumede’s consortium bought Tongaat Hulett out of near liquidation earlier this year, taking control of a business whose mills and grower networks anchor rural economies across Mozambique, South Africa, and Zimbabwe.
—
Tiisetso Motsoeneng,
semafor.com,
3 July 2026
Combined with long-range drones, electronic warfare systems and missile launchers housed in similar containers, the concept could create highly adaptable battlefield networks.
—
Prabhat Ranjan Mishra,
Interesting Engineering,
3 July 2026
Post-9/11, aggressive counterterrorism fractured those centralized networks.
—
Anne Neuberger,
The Atlantic,
3 July 2026
In Dublin and in later Irish protests outside asylum housing, far-right networks and online influencers used digital platforms to intensify grievances and spread anti-migrant views.
—
Donathan L. Brown,
The Conversation,
24 June 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for networks
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Deploying nets and traps from armored breakwalls and along shoreline boulders, their efforts weren't successful in 2024.
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The machine is designed for shade nets but can also produce insect-protection, wind-protection and fencing applications.
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If employees are expected to produce the same output in less time without better systems in place, the pressure simply intensifies.
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However, systems, policymakers and technologists need to fix the mismatch between these two phenomena.
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Across the country, communities are hosting festivals, block parties, volunteer projects, exhibits and commemorative events as part of America250, the nationwide effort to mark the anniversary.
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Brockton is home to one of the largest Cape Verdean communities in the United States, with nearly one in four residents identifying as Cape Verdean, according to local outlet The Enterprise.
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Keep scrolling for the can't-miss Amazon deals to snag before the long weekend comes to a close.
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Best Pottery Barn Outlet Decor Deals Shop outlet decor deals for every room, including soft suede throw pillow covers for the living room and classic striped tea towels for the kitchen.
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As darkness settled over Washington Square Park, supporters formed circles, waved Ghanaian flags and continued singing Jama into the evening.
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Along the way, planners often become favorites within certain circles.
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The town also hosts community get-togethers and socializes throughout the neighborhood's plazas, courtyards and other hangout areas.
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In fact, road-tripping with your pup strengthens your bond and socializes them in ways that staying home doesn’t.
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Ramsey numbers for same-size red and blue cliques are called diagonal Ramsey numbers.
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Under Meza, player cliques developed, stars were pampered, discipline waned.
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Social is a family affair—Rivera often collaborates with sister Lexi (#34) on skits and challenges.
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In 2026 the United States collaborates with Israel to kill Iran’s Ayatollah Khamenei.
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“Networks.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/networks. Accessed 6 Jul. 2026.
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