The term 'AFTER EXPENSES' can be represented by five different words in a crossword puzzle. The first word is NET, which is a three-letter word meaning to make a profit after expenses have been paid. The second word is NETS, which is a four-letter word meaning the same as NET. The third word is NETTED, which is a six-letter word meaning to gain a profit after expenses have been paid. The fourth word is CLEAR, which is a five-letter word meaning to be free of debt or obligations after expenses have been paid. The fifth word is PARE, which is a four-letter word meaning to reduce expenses in order to make a profit.