gather/gain momentum
idiom
: to move faster
The wagon gathered/gained momentum as it rolled down the hill.
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The generative artificial intelligence trade has continued to gain momentum, putting names like Broadcom , GE Vernova , and Nvidia at the top of the list.
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Morgan Chittum, CNBC, 25 June 2025
Visa and Mastercard stock may experience fluctuations as stablecoins gain momentum.
—Trefis Team, Forbes.com, 23 June 2025
And beyond the residential world, office space also continues to gain momentum.
—Abigail Hasebroock, Sun Sentinel, 15 June 2025
His efforts to raise awareness gain momentum with the support of Israeli journalist Abraham, who amplifies his narrative.
—Melanie Goodfellow, Deadline, 24 Mar. 2025
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Morgan Chittum, CNBC, 25 June 2025
Visa and Mastercard stock may experience fluctuations as stablecoins gain momentum.
—Trefis Team, Forbes.com, 23 June 2025
And beyond the residential world, office space also continues to gain momentum.
—Abigail Hasebroock, Sun Sentinel, 15 June 2025
His efforts to raise awareness gain momentum with the support of Israeli journalist Abraham, who amplifies his narrative.
—Melanie Goodfellow, Deadline, 24 Mar. 2025
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“Gather/gain momentum.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/gather%2Fgain%20momentum. Accessed 9 Jul. 2025.
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