Net-Net

Definition

The ultimate summary of a summary, for people who found the bottom line too wordy. Saying net-net is the verbal equivalent of fast-forwarding through a movie and just watching the last 30 seconds.

Example Usage

"Net-net, we need more money and fewer problems," concluded the VP, delivering a insight so distilled it had evaporated entirely.

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Put a pin in it

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cone of uncertainty

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