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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
Mac Engel
april 2, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 2 Apr. 2026
These platforms must forge collaborative networks that mutually reinforce one another and establish a rigorous framework that makes the cultural values of the biennial format legible, tangible, and palpable to various segments of society in the immediate locale and across the continent.
—Smooth Nzewi, Artforum, 2 Apr. 2026
Local security officials say the area has long been used as a corridor between Iraq and Syria, including for weapons transfers and smuggling networks.
—Kevin Liptak, CNN Money, 1 Apr. 2026
Beyond the country's borders, Los Choneros has forged ties with powerful transnational networks, including Mexico's Sinaloa cartel and criminal groups from Albania, enabling it to play a role in global drug trafficking routes.
—James Laporta, CBS News, 1 Apr. 2026
The initiative is providing governments in Malawi and Liberia with technical assistance to support national energy plans, expand transmission networks and improve the reliability and efficiency of distribution systems.
—ABC News, 1 Apr. 2026
Some European countries also have taken steps targeting networks linked to the movement.
—Efrat Lachter, FOXNews.com, 1 Apr. 2026
The major cable news networks and C-SPAN carried live audio of the arguments.
—Ted Johnson, Deadline, 1 Apr. 2026
Efforts to enable reversible, two-way actuation have led to the development of systems such as semi-crystalline networks and liquid crystalline elastomers, which depend on structural alignment under applied stress.
—Jijo Malayil, Interesting Engineering, 26 Mar. 2026
Noun
Some team owners and networks care about the potential drop in production value.
—Mac Engel
april 2, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 2 Apr. 2026
These platforms must forge collaborative networks that mutually reinforce one another and establish a rigorous framework that makes the cultural values of the biennial format legible, tangible, and palpable to various segments of society in the immediate locale and across the continent.
—Smooth Nzewi, Artforum, 2 Apr. 2026
Local security officials say the area has long been used as a corridor between Iraq and Syria, including for weapons transfers and smuggling networks.
—Kevin Liptak, CNN Money, 1 Apr. 2026
Beyond the country's borders, Los Choneros has forged ties with powerful transnational networks, including Mexico's Sinaloa cartel and criminal groups from Albania, enabling it to play a role in global drug trafficking routes.
—James Laporta, CBS News, 1 Apr. 2026
The initiative is providing governments in Malawi and Liberia with technical assistance to support national energy plans, expand transmission networks and improve the reliability and efficiency of distribution systems.
—ABC News, 1 Apr. 2026
Some European countries also have taken steps targeting networks linked to the movement.
—Efrat Lachter, FOXNews.com, 1 Apr. 2026
The major cable news networks and C-SPAN carried live audio of the arguments.
—Ted Johnson, Deadline, 1 Apr. 2026
Efforts to enable reversible, two-way actuation have led to the development of systems such as semi-crystalline networks and liquid crystalline elastomers, which depend on structural alignment under applied stress.
—Jijo Malayil, Interesting Engineering, 26 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for networks
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Comparative studies across countries have shown that high trust societies have longer life expectancies, lower rates of anxiety and depression, maintain stronger safety nets and health care systems which support population health.—
Dr. Howard A. Selinger,
Hartford Courant,
31 Mar. 2026
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Ukraine has draped nets over many of the roads vital for logistics.—
Brynn Tannehill,
The Atlantic,
31 Mar. 2026
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Officials said Kuwait’s electricity and water systems remain stable and contingency plans had been activated to ensure continued supply, according to the statement.—
Anniek Bao,
CNBC,
30 Mar. 2026
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Kamyshin told Williams that Ukraine is compliant with European Union recommendations on the use of autonomous lethal weapons systems.—
Will Croxton,
CBS News,
29 Mar. 2026
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Outside the courtroom, the case is already having an impact — especially in South Florida's immigrant communities.—
Ivan Taylor,
CBS News,
2 Apr. 2026
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On this postcard-perfect corner of Canada’s northeastern province of Newfoundland and Labrador that’s slammed by wind and waves, cod-fishing communities hold on to their distinctive settler history.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
2 Apr. 2026
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Other clearance deals worth checking out Prices listed reflect time and date of publication and are subject to change.—
BestReviews,
Chicago Tribune,
27 Mar. 2026
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Amazon Spring Sale fragrance deals The Amazon Spring sale is another great opportunity to add to your fragrance stash.—
Alanna Martine Kilkeary,
Glamour,
25 Mar. 2026
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Schultz started to make a name for himself in scouting circles over the summer.—
Paul Johnson,
Chicago Tribune,
27 Mar. 2026
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Throughout the retreat, the series’ core elements are reiterated again and again, both in formal class time and casual conversation on our hike, at mealtimes, or around daily craft circles.—
Séamas O'Reilly,
Vulture,
26 Mar. 2026
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Their parties became notorious even in my own cliques; my parents knew to expect at least a few dozen teenagers crashing their party, sucking down all the noodles, and sneaking beers in the canyon down below.—
Natasha Pickowicz,
Vogue,
20 Feb. 2026
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This graph had no cliques — clusters of nodes that are all connected to one another.—
Leila Sloman,
Quanta Magazine,
28 Jan. 2026
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We are being billed based on an obsolete business model that privatizes the profits and socializes the costs.—
U T Readers,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
22 Jan. 2026
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Autism spectrum disorder is a developmental condition that manifests differently from person to person but commonly affects how a person communicates, socializes and interacts with the world.—
Joshua Anbar,
CNN Money,
3 Nov. 2025
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Massive crowds — estimated to be in the thousands, according to organizers — gathered in Mill Creek Park and marched through the Country Club Plaza on Saturday afternoon in the third installment of the No Kings protests.—
Emily Curiel,
Kansas City Star,
29 Mar. 2026
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Photos highlight artist performances, fan reactions and standout moments from the Main Stage, Worldwide Stage, Megastructure, The Cove, Live Stage, UMF Radio and Oasis, with major sets from Steve Aoki, Hardwell, Carl Cox, Armin Van Buuren and others drawing some of the day’s biggest crowds.—
Miami Herald newsroom,
Miami Herald,
29 Mar. 2026
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“Networks.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/networks. Accessed 2 Apr. 2026.
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