online

adjective

on·line ˈȯn-ˈlīn

ˈän-ˈlīn

: connected to, served by, or available through a system and especially a computer or telecommunications system (such as the Internet)

an online database

also : done while connected to such a system

online shopping

online games

online searching

online adverb

Examples of online in a Sentence

The city libraries are all online. He likes to engage in online chats.

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Mangione, who has attracted attention on social media for his looks, has gained an online following, with accounts such as @HotforLuigi emerging on platforms like X (formerly Twitter). —

Hannah Parry, Newsweek, 24 Dec. 2024 This highlights the need for retailers to think beyond mobile and create engaging cross-channel experiences that combine the physical store with the online world. —

Catherine Erdly, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024 Mihalek said the problem is compounded by online discourse, which can add more vitriol to people's frustrations. —

Ivan Pereira, ABC News, 23 Dec. 2024 Over time, customer-service representatives were replaced with online portals and overseas call centers, resulting in a crushing sense of defeat among the clinicians and patients seeking reimbursement. —

Carrie Battan, The New Yorker, 23 Dec. 2024 See all Example Sentences for online