gain ground (Meaning)

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gain ground (v)

obtain advantages, such as points, etc.

gain ground Sentence Examples

  1. The opposition party slowly gained ground in the polls, chipping away at the incumbent's lead.
  2. After a sluggish start to the season, the team began to gain ground in the standings.
  3. The company's innovative technology helped it gain ground in the highly competitive market.
  4. The activist group's campaign for social justice gained ground, attracting widespread support.
  5. The government's efforts to reduce unemployment gradually gained ground, leading to a decline in jobless figures.
  6. The disease gained ground despite the best efforts of doctors and researchers.
  7. The new product gained ground among consumers, surpassing expectations in sales figures.
  8. The political movement gained ground, inspiring people to demand change.
  9. The wildfire gained ground rapidly, threatening nearby communities.
  10. The investor's portfolio steadily gained ground over the years, providing substantial returns.

FAQs About the word gain ground

obtain advantages, such as points, etc.

proceed, go, come,progress, march, do, get along, get on,come along, speed

stay, halt, hinder, stand, slow (down or up), block, stem, slow (down or up),remain, arrest

The opposition party slowly gained ground in the polls, chipping away at the incumbent's lead.

After a sluggish start to the season, the team began to gain ground in the standings.

The company's innovative technology helped it gain ground in the highly competitive market.

The activist group's campaign for social justice gained ground, attracting widespread support.