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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

According to data from CoinGlass, $91.4 million was the net outflow clocked in Monday’s trading—less than the $300M-$500M daily outflows seen in recent weeks but continuing the negative trend.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 10, 2026

Hugo Boss, which offers apparel, footwear and fragrances in the accessible-luxury segment, posted a net profit of 249 million euros in 2025.

From Barron's • Jun. 10, 2026

The net was torn too jagged to make one big bag, but she could cut four squares and make two smaller rafts instead.

From "Nim’s Island" by Wendy Orr




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