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

The technology name can continue to gain ground through AI by leveraging the upcoming overhaul of its Apple Intelligence, or its personal AI for iPad, Mac and iPhone users, according to HSBC. — Liz Napolitano, CNBC, 17 July 2026

Despite being early-stage, prediction markets have gained ground with regulators, including Kalshi securing approval from the Commodity Futures Trading Commission in 2020. — Camila Grigera Naón, Fortune, 16 July 2026

The logic of committing to a single destination for longer is gaining ground fast. — Roger Sands, Forbes.com, 1 July 2026

Lymphatic facial brushes are gaining ground for daily routines because the fiber flex self-regulates pressure. — Allison Palmer, Miami Herald, 30 June 2026