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net

Pronunciation: [/nɛt/]

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net: meanings and example sentences

Learn how to use net in a sentence: 12 audio examples across 4 meanings.

Context: “sports”

(noun) a structure made of strings or wires that is used in sports like tennis, volleyball, or basketball to separate the two sides and stop the ball from going out of bounds. It's like a fence that the ball can't go through.

Example

The tennis player hit the ball over the net and scored a point.

Example

The volleyball went over the net and out of bounds, costing the team a point.

Example

Is it against the rules to touch the net during a volleyball game?

Context: “fishing”

(noun) a device made of threads or wires woven together that is used to catch fish. It's like a big basket in the water to trap fish.

Example

The fisherman caught a lot of fish in his net.

Example

The net was empty because no fish were biting that day.

Example

How big is the fishing net that the fishermen use?

Context: “computers/internet”

(verb) to receive or obtain something over the internet. It's like catching information online.

Example

I was able to net all the information I needed for my research project.

Example

The slow internet connection made it difficult to net the latest updates.

Example

Where can I go to net the best deals for online shopping?

Context: “finance/economics”

(noun) the amount of money or profit left after all expenses have been paid. It's like the total earnings from which costs have been subtracted.

Example

The company's net income increased by 20% this quarter.

Example

The net profit was lower than expected due to unexpected expenses.

Example

What factors can affect a business's net profit?

How to pronounce net

Pronunciation: [/nɛt/]

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