netting

Example Sentences

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The whale is thought to have become entangled in netting before eventually becoming stranded on a sandbank, while suffering from a skin condition brought on by the lower salt levels of the Baltic Sea.

From BBC • Apr. 16, 2026

Ackman also has form on big macroeconomic events, netting billions from Covid pandemic-related trades.

From Barron's • Mar. 30, 2026

In the meantime, residents are advised to take protective measures such as wearing long pants and long sleeves and using protective netting over one’s face.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 27, 2026

But the two-time European champions found their ruthless streak in the second half, netting six goals to win 6-1, setting their campaign off in perfect fashion.

From BBC • Mar. 3, 2026

It was just made of loose netting, so hardly waterproof.

From "City of the Plague God" by Sarwat Chadda