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Nationwide (noun) 

throughout the whole nation–an organized geopolitical unit

As we use more and more water, the nationwide supply is rapidly being used up.

Navigable (adjective) 

capable of being passed, traversed, or crossed

In the United States, there are few navigable rivers through which ocean-liners can

travel. 

Negotiate (verb) 

to come to an agreement about

In April 1803, Napoleon Bonaparte negotiated the sale of the Louisiana Territory with

the envoys of President Thomas Jefferson.

Neolithic (adjective) 

of or relating to the latest period of the Stone Age characterized by polished stone 

implements; belonging to an earlier age and now outmoded 

Once considered a "Neolithic backwater" by archaeologists, Papua New Guinea is

emerging as one of the handful of places on Earth where agricultural practices developed

independently from other cultures.      

Networking (noun) 

the developing of contacts or exchanging of information with others in an informal 

network

In a short time, the reforms might well be a dynamic instability in the care and

networking of patients with cardiovascular diseases.

Neurological (adjective) 

relating to the branch of medicine dealing with the nervous system

The result of a neurological disorder that affects the functioning of the brain, autism

and its associated behaviors have been estimated to occur in as many as 1 in 500

individuals.

Newfangled (adjective) 

showing marked departure from previous practice

The economics theories of today are merely a newfangled form of former theories first

posed in the 1960's.

Newfound (adjective) 

newly found

She mentions inner growth, a new sense of self and self-respect, a heightened sense of

priorities, and a newfound independence as she assumed the bulk of responsibilities and

decision making.

Nobility (noun) 

the quality or state of possessing outstanding qualities in character, quality, or rank

Showing a nobility of character that has worldwide appeal, Lincoln, a Republican, was

the first member of his party to become president. 

Nocturnal (adjective) 

of or occurring the night

Many rattlesnakes are nocturnal, but they can also be seen during the daytime.