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gaining ground

/ˈɡeɪnɪŋ ɡraʊnd/

VERB

1. Making progress or advancing

Moving forward, making progress, or advancing toward a goal, destination, or desired result.

1.1. Progressing or moving forward

Making steady progress or advancing through effort, movement, or continued activity.

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  • regressing
  • ceasing
  • halting
  • stopping
  • stalling
  • pausing
  • standing still
  • remaining

Examples

  • The research team is gaining ground after discovering a promising new approach.
  • The construction project is gaining ground despite several unexpected delays.

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1.2. Moving faster or approaching someone

Increasing speed or reducing the distance to someone or something ahead.

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Examples

  • The pursuing runner is gaining ground on the leader during the final lap.
  • The cyclist accelerated, gaining ground on the competitors ahead.

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VERB

2. Becoming more successful or making headway

Improving one's position or circumstances, becoming more influential, or making progress despite difficulties.

2.1. Improving one's position or circumstances

Making progress in a situation, overcoming obstacles, or achieving better results through continued effort.

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Examples

  • The small business is gaining ground after overcoming its initial financial difficulties.
  • The organization is gaining ground through its continued efforts to improve public services.

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