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gains ground

/ɡeɪnz ɡraʊnd/

VERB

1. To become more accepted, popular, or influential

To increase in acceptance, support, popularity, or influence among people or within a particular group.

1.1. Becoming more popular or widely accepted

Describing an idea, belief, movement, or practice that gradually attracts greater public acceptance or support.

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Examples

  • The new policy slowly gains ground among the employees.
  • The idea of renewable energy continues to gain ground globally.
  • Artificial intelligence steadily gains ground in various industries.

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1.2. Increasing influence or support

Describing a person, organization, political movement, or brand that becomes increasingly influential or strengthens its position relative to others.

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  • advances
  • progresses
  • strengthens
  • expands
  • makes headway
  • moves forward
  • gains influence
  • gains support

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Examples

  • The brand steadily gains ground against its rivals.
  • The opposition party gains ground in the latest polls.
  • The organization continues to gain ground through its community initiatives.

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2. To make physical or measurable progress

To advance toward a destination, objective, or desired result by making progress or covering distance.

2.1. Advancing or making progress

Moving forward or making measurable progress toward a goal, destination, or intended outcome.

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  • advances
  • progresses
  • moves forward
  • proceeds
  • forges ahead
  • makes headway
  • pushes forward

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Examples

  • The rescue team slowly gains ground through the dense forest.
  • Despite difficult conditions, the expedition gains ground toward the summit.
  • The research team gains ground in developing a reliable solution.

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