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net

[net] / nɛt /






VERB
gain after expenses
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It could also make Musk — whose net worth is now pegged at $707 billion by Bloomberg — the world’s first trillionaire, given his other holdings in Tesla.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 11, 2026

In December, Forbes estimated that Trump Jr.’s net worth had rocketed from roughly $50 million to $300 million since the election.

From Salon • Jun. 11, 2026

The online pet-supplies retailer said Wednesday it now expects net sales to come in between $13.4 billion and $13.55 billion this year, down from a prior forecast of $13.6 billion to $13.75 billion.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 10, 2026

Heading into the AI era, the safety net for health insurance has changed.

From Barron's • Jun. 10, 2026

Some dived below, while others swam toward floating jerricans that served as buoys on a fishing net.

From "Flying Through Water" by Mamle Wolo




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