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as in gathered
to gradually increase in
our hopes were raised as the movement gained strength
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as in earned
to receive as return for effort
gained her affections with his boyishly shy manner
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as in recovered
to become healthy and strong again after illness or weakness
is steadily gaining after his bout with the flu and will be back on his feet soon
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as in increased
to become greater in size, extent, volume, amount, or number
the new version of the car gained in both width and length compared to the earlier model
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as in achieved
to obtain (as a goal) through effort
vowed to gain control of the company by any means necessary
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as in convinced
to cause (someone) to agree with a belief or course of action by using arguments or earnest request
the radical party was able to gain some supporters with intense recruitment on college campuses
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Recent Examples of gained
Vast intends to launch a pathfinder station called Haven-1 to LEO in 2027, then use the experience gained to build and operate the multi-module Haven-2 over the next few years.
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Mike Wall, Space.com, 16 Feb. 2026
During filming, Yeo was pregnant and gained 30 kilograms.
—Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 16 Feb. 2026
Only twice has the party in power gained ground, in 1998 and 2002.
—Susan Page, USA Today, 16 Feb. 2026
Over the last year, Lululemon's stock price has plunged nearly 53%, while the S&P 500 gained about 12% over the same period.
—Mary Cunningham, CBS News, 16 Feb. 2026
Microreactors have gained traction in recent years following several initiatives that built on projects aimed at developing the technology for space colonies.
—Chris Young, Interesting Engineering, 16 Feb. 2026
The tool quickly gained condemnation from the movie and TV industry.
—Barbara Ortutay, Fortune, 16 Feb. 2026
The company says the attacker gained brief, unauthorized access to a small part of its network before being removed.
—Kurt Knutsson, FOXNews.com, 10 Feb. 2026
Claude has gained a devoted following for its strange sense of mild self-possession.
—Gideon Lewis-Kraus, New Yorker, 9 Feb. 2026
Mike Wall, Space.com, 16 Feb. 2026
During filming, Yeo was pregnant and gained 30 kilograms.
—Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 16 Feb. 2026
Only twice has the party in power gained ground, in 1998 and 2002.
—Susan Page, USA Today, 16 Feb. 2026
Over the last year, Lululemon's stock price has plunged nearly 53%, while the S&P 500 gained about 12% over the same period.
—Mary Cunningham, CBS News, 16 Feb. 2026
Microreactors have gained traction in recent years following several initiatives that built on projects aimed at developing the technology for space colonies.
—Chris Young, Interesting Engineering, 16 Feb. 2026
The tool quickly gained condemnation from the movie and TV industry.
—Barbara Ortutay, Fortune, 16 Feb. 2026
The company says the attacker gained brief, unauthorized access to a small part of its network before being removed.
—Kurt Knutsson, FOXNews.com, 10 Feb. 2026
Claude has gained a devoted following for its strange sense of mild self-possession.
—Gideon Lewis-Kraus, New Yorker, 9 Feb. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for gained
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Investigators are analyzing biological evidence found at Guthrie's residence, according to the Pima County Sheriff's Department, which previously said that DNA gathered at the scene could potentially belong to the suspect.—
Anna Kaufman,
USA Today,
21 Feb. 2026
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Close to 100 people gathered in the large basement at the Schofield home, where Coyne Schofield’s husband — former Super Bowl-winning Denver Broncos guard Michael Schofield — led the party efforts.—
Chicago Tribune,
Chicago Tribune,
20 Feb. 2026
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This resort stands on the edge of Aruba, specifically on Eagle Beach, where the crystal-clear water and white sands have earned it the reputation of being one of the best beaches in the world.—
José Cantillo Ferrer,
Condé Nast Traveler,
15 Feb. 2026
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City Manager Bryan Whitemyer announced the appointment this week, saying Solak earned the confidence of city staff and residents during his time leading the department.—
Nicole Buss,
Sacbee.com,
14 Feb. 2026
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On Tuesday, the Pima County Sheriff’s Office reported that DNA recovered from gloves found about two miles from Guthrie’s home did not match any profiles in the FBI’s offender database and showed no connection to DNA collected at her residence.—
Alexandra Banner,
CNN Money,
18 Feb. 2026
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The older child survived and has recovered.—
Andrew J. Campa,
Los Angeles Times,
18 Feb. 2026
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Premium news outlets aimed specifically at major investors and other serious financial institutions have increased significantly in recent years as media companies have looked to cater to premium advertisers and subscribers.—
Max Tani,
semafor.com,
16 Feb. 2026
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As the sales increased, so did Pim's box goal.—
Kate Perez,
USA Today,
16 Feb. 2026
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The new sunscreen achieved an SPF rating of 30 and – without the clumping particles – was visibly less whiter, as confirmed by an array of color science metric tests the team conducted.—
New Atlas,
New Atlas,
14 Feb. 2026
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Directed by Pradip Krishen and originally made for Indian state broadcaster Doordarshan, the film is set in a Delhi architecture school in the mid-1970s and has achieved cult status over the decades.—
Naman Ramachandran,
Variety,
14 Feb. 2026
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The professional investor says he isn't convinced Stalcup did anything wrong.—
Paul Flahive,
Austin American Statesman,
16 Feb. 2026
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An undisclosed amount of funds had disappeared, and the unidentified brother was convinced McBride took it, the report read.—
Devoun Cetoute,
Miami Herald,
14 Feb. 2026
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Combined, the four account for 54% of all the points and 34% of the rebounds accumulated by the Aztecs during this season’s 20-4 run.—
Bill Center,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
18 Feb. 2026
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Country Day accumulated 106 points good for team Bronze in the Girls division while the Boys totaled 49 points.—
Mike Waters,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
15 Feb. 2026
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But until then, studio ownership ensured their theaters got all the first run openings, and the greater profits reaped from them.—
Jody Mamone,
Hartford Courant,
11 Feb. 2026
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If Pumas reaped greater stamina from high-altitude training, the San Diegans held an edge in height and their strong desire to apply it.—
Tom Krasovic,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
11 Feb. 2026
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“Gained.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/gained. Accessed 22 Feb. 2026.
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