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Plural for something that causes one to be trapped or caught
“A lie begets a lie, and before the child knows it, he is caught in a net of lies that can overwhelm him.”
Plural for a fabric or material consisting of crisscrossing threads or strands
“Another variation to try is to place a thin voile net over the window.”
Plural for an organized and interconnected group, system or pattern
“In 1993, the economic regions were creating a net of private farms.”
Plural for an intricate or convoluted structure, pattern or arrangement
“The film consists of a convoluted net of references that trap the narrative and its main character in a representational mess.”
Plural for the amount (of money) remaining after expenses or deductions
“If you borrowed $50,000, you would have to earn a net of $103,000 to retire the debt.”
Plural for a network of fine threads, especially one constructed by a spider
Plural for the basis or essence of something
Plural for an amount of fish caught
Plural for the total, aggregate or sum of a given material or objects
Plural for a circular hoop through which players try to throw the ball in basketball
Plural for screen made from mesh
Plural for a complex system of interconnected elements
Plural for net worn on the head
Plural for the heaviness of an object, substance, or person
To capture, especially with a trap or a net
“She had made such detailed plans to net her prey, only to find the plans were unnecessary as he had no intention of putting up a struggle.”
To earn or gain, especially as an income or profit
“The pair would net tens of millions of dollars in profit from the sale of their stake in the company.”
To yield or produce as a result of an investment of money, time or effort
To hamper or impede the movement or progress of
To catch or try to catch fish, typically by using a net or hook and line
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