Synonyms of gain ground

gain ground

phrase

as in progress

to move forward along a course

The winning horse quickly gained ground ahead of the others.

Synonyms & Similar Words

• progress
• do
• proceed
• march
• come
• go
• get on
• get along
• come along
• forge
• go along
• pace
• advance
• go off
• fare
• speed
• approach
• accelerate
• near
• travel
• push
• drive
• journey
• repair
• pass
• take out
• run
• fast-forward
• propel
• wend
• actuate
• impel

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• remain
• stay
• stand
• stop
• check
• slow (down or up)
• block
• stem
• hinder
• arrest
• halt
• delay
• hold back
• impede
• retard
• stall
• suppress
• interrupt
• inhibit
• balk
• pause
• hamper
• obstruct
• cease
• detain
• stunt
• wait
• nip
• repress
• cramp
• let up
• regress

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of gain ground

Stablecoins—digital tokens that are pegged to fiat currencies—are already gaining ground as an alternative form of digital money. — Sam Birchall, Fortune, 1 Oct. 2026

Argentina’s Kirchneristas—supporters of former President Cristina Fernández de Kirchner—and other economic populists will once again gain ground at the ballot box. — Dan Restrepo, Foreign Affairs, 30 Sep. 2026

Underwater swarms gain ground The record arrives as militaries increasingly explore uncrewed systems for operations across air, land and water. — Aamir Khollam, Interesting Engineering, 29 Sep. 2026

Why cold water washing is gaining ground Three forces explain why washing clothes in cold water is shifting from an alternative to the norm. — Ryan Brennan, Charlotte Observer, 28 Sep. 2026