Thesaurus.com
Dictionary.com
Definitions

net

[net] / nɛt /






VERB
gain after expenses
Synonyms
Antonyms


Example Sentences

Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.

That time, he beat his defender down the left flank and threaded a pass to Balogun right in front of the net for a tap-in.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 13, 2026

The surprising disparity creates an opportunity for investors willing to buy a SpaceX proxy at what appears to be a sizable discount to its net asset value.

From Barron's • Jun. 12, 2026

Seconds after Kenny McLean's shot from the halfway line hit the back of the Danish net last November, Andy Munro's children asked him a question.

From BBC • Jun. 12, 2026

At SpaceX’s closing price and $2.11 trillion market cap, Musk’s stake in the company along with his other holdings, like his 10% ownership of Tesla, puts his net worth above $1 trillion.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 12, 2026

Jonah caught the ball as it fell through the net.

From "Found" by Margaret Peterson Haddix




Vocabulary lists containing net


Vocabulary.com logo
by dictionary.com

Look it up. Learn it forever.

Remember "net" for good with VocabTrainer. Expand your vocabulary effortlessly with personalized learning tools that adapt to your goals.

Take me to Vocabulary.com