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Shem misused the network (4)

Ross

I believe the answer is:

mesh

'the network' is the definition.
(synonyms)

'shem misused' is the wordplay.
'misused' indicates an anagram.
'shem' is an anagram of 'MESH'.

(Other definitions for mesh that I've seen before include "Get engaged" , "Work well together" , "Net fabric" , "Knit or weave for Shem" , "Engagement" .)

I've seen this clue in The Sun.
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