1
as in gathers
to gradually increase in
our hopes were raised as the movement gained strength
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as in wins
to receive as return for effort
gained her affections with his boyishly shy manner
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as in recovers
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 increases
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 achieves
to obtain (as a goal) through effort
vowed to gain control of the company by any means necessary
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as in convinces
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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as in revenue
an increase usually measured in money that comes from labor, business, or property
net gains this year were better than last
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Recent Examples of gains
Bryant Stamford, Louisville Courier Journal, 25 Sep. 2025
Especially in creative and culture-driven industries, where ideas and storytelling carry extra weight, the ability to influence others often determines whether a vision gains traction or fades away.
—Rolling Stone Culture Council, Rolling Stone, 23 Sep. 2025
But the contest isn’t just about which bear gains the most weight.
—Lilit Marcus, CNN Money, 23 Sep. 2025
The film gains nerve and intrigue from the palpable exhaustion — physical and emotional — in both performers at points in these rehearsals.
—Guy Lodge, Variety, 21 Sep. 2025
Income, gender, marital status, and job type shape who gains the most and who struggles.
—New Atlas, 20 Sep. 2025
By partnering rather than competing directly in these segments, Nvidia gains access to distribution channels and market segments that would have required years of investment to develop independently.
—Tim Bajarin, Forbes.com, 18 Sep. 2025
The Jevons Paradox reminds us that gains in efficiency often fuel greater overall consumption.
—Michaela Rychetska, JSTOR Daily, 18 Sep. 2025
If Smotrich’s real estate plan gains support among other officials within the Israeli government, the civilians escaping the Gaza City offensive may not have homes to go back to.
—Omer Bekin, NBC news, 18 Sep. 2025
Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 29 Sep. 2025
All told, about 90% of home sales generate less than $500,000 in gains, so the overwhelming majority of sellers already owe no tax.
—Beverly Moran, The Conversation, 29 Sep. 2025
For its second quarter, Kohl’s reported margin gains, expense reductions and merchandise improvements, and lifted its profit forecast for 2025.
—David Moin, Footwear News, 29 Sep. 2025
Chiefs receiver Xavier Worthy returned to the lineup Sunday and caught five passes, including gains of 37 and 28 yards, and added a run of 35 yards.
—Mike Sando, New York Times, 29 Sep. 2025
Others are cutting headcount in anticipation of efficiency gains.
—Mike Hoffman, Fortune, 28 Sep. 2025
No big gains by the running backs, but plenty of short and important ones, especially when the Chiefs brought in Mike Caliendo as an extra offensive lineman.
—Blair Kerkhoff, Kansas City Star, 28 Sep. 2025
Earlier this year, a paper from the University of Chicago and the University of Copenhagen found that though AI created modest productivity gains per worker—just a few hours in an average working month—this was actually counteracted by the new tasks created by AI.
—Will McCurdy, PC Magazine, 28 Sep. 2025
Inequality in wealth and income is growing globally, with a disproportionate share of gains going to the wealthiest households.
—Gary Hamel, Harvard Business Review, 22 Sep. 2025
Verb
The impact is gradual at first, then gains momentum.
—Bryant Stamford, Louisville Courier Journal, 25 Sep. 2025
Especially in creative and culture-driven industries, where ideas and storytelling carry extra weight, the ability to influence others often determines whether a vision gains traction or fades away.
—Rolling Stone Culture Council, Rolling Stone, 23 Sep. 2025
But the contest isn’t just about which bear gains the most weight.
—Lilit Marcus, CNN Money, 23 Sep. 2025
The film gains nerve and intrigue from the palpable exhaustion — physical and emotional — in both performers at points in these rehearsals.
—Guy Lodge, Variety, 21 Sep. 2025
Income, gender, marital status, and job type shape who gains the most and who struggles.
—New Atlas, 20 Sep. 2025
By partnering rather than competing directly in these segments, Nvidia gains access to distribution channels and market segments that would have required years of investment to develop independently.
—Tim Bajarin, Forbes.com, 18 Sep. 2025
The Jevons Paradox reminds us that gains in efficiency often fuel greater overall consumption.
—Michaela Rychetska, JSTOR Daily, 18 Sep. 2025
If Smotrich’s real estate plan gains support among other officials within the Israeli government, the civilians escaping the Gaza City offensive may not have homes to go back to.
—Omer Bekin, NBC news, 18 Sep. 2025
Noun
Premium subscription activity continued to lag the global average but posted strong gains in Japan, South Korea, Vietnam and Thailand.
—Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 29 Sep. 2025
All told, about 90% of home sales generate less than $500,000 in gains, so the overwhelming majority of sellers already owe no tax.
—Beverly Moran, The Conversation, 29 Sep. 2025
For its second quarter, Kohl’s reported margin gains, expense reductions and merchandise improvements, and lifted its profit forecast for 2025.
—David Moin, Footwear News, 29 Sep. 2025
Chiefs receiver Xavier Worthy returned to the lineup Sunday and caught five passes, including gains of 37 and 28 yards, and added a run of 35 yards.
—Mike Sando, New York Times, 29 Sep. 2025
Others are cutting headcount in anticipation of efficiency gains.
—Mike Hoffman, Fortune, 28 Sep. 2025
No big gains by the running backs, but plenty of short and important ones, especially when the Chiefs brought in Mike Caliendo as an extra offensive lineman.
—Blair Kerkhoff, Kansas City Star, 28 Sep. 2025
Earlier this year, a paper from the University of Chicago and the University of Copenhagen found that though AI created modest productivity gains per worker—just a few hours in an average working month—this was actually counteracted by the new tasks created by AI.
—Will McCurdy, PC Magazine, 28 Sep. 2025
Inequality in wealth and income is growing globally, with a disproportionate share of gains going to the wealthiest households.
—Gary Hamel, Harvard Business Review, 22 Sep. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for gains
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Outside, the city gathers as a community, turning Soundscape Park into an agora.—
Miguel Sirgado,
Miami Herald,
30 Sep. 2025
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In this heartwarming Christmas special, Little Big Town’s Kimberly Schlapman gathers her closest friends and family to help highlight her favorite holiday traditions.—
Joe Otterson,
Variety,
29 Sep. 2025
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Vince spoke on how his game centered around his competition wins and being able to do successful damage control.—
David Wysong,
Cincinnati Enquirer,
29 Sep. 2025
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Werewolf American Pub invites fans to watch with game sound on, free shots every time the Padres scores and $2 house beers for an hour after the game if the team wins.—
Carlos Rico,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
29 Sep. 2025
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In the first three days, a dog recovers from the stress of travel and begins adjusting to a new environment.—
Lucy Notarantonio,
MSNBC Newsweek,
25 Sep. 2025
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At a moment of unparalleled assault on state social services, a new book recovers the daring ideas of a movement that struggled to win compensation for domestic workers and caregivers in the home.—
Dorothy Sue Cobble,
The New York Review of Books,
18 Sep. 2025
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The law lowers daily transaction minimums, increases warnings on the kiosks, requires transaction receipts and requires Bitcoin ATM operators to issue refunds to victims of fraud, the release states.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
4 Oct. 2025
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The Corrections Department budget increases wages for corrections officers but also makes tens of millions of dollars in cuts by eliminating programs and administrative costs and funding for positions that have not been filled.—
Paul Egan,
Freep.com,
3 Oct. 2025
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Stephen, despite filming in Paris on a minuscule budget, achieves an uncanny evocation of Asia and of the past.—
Richard Brody,
New Yorker,
2 Oct. 2025
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The Toyota Sienna achieves 36 miles per gallon Toyota's Sienna standard hybrid minivan earns 36 miles per gallon in the city and 36 miles per gallon on the highway.—
Charles Singh,
Nashville Tennessean,
2 Oct. 2025
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Advertisement With Lee Heon away, Jesan convinces Queen Ja-hyeon (Shin Eun-jung), Heon’s stepmother, to support her young son’s ascent to the throne.—
Kayti Burt,
Time,
29 Sep. 2025
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But over the course of the season, Ned convinces his team of misfits that actual reporting is the way to success — leading eventually to three nominations at the local journalism awards.—
Emily Zemler,
Rolling Stone,
21 Sep. 2025
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Their picks included trading platform IG Group , which reported a dip in revenue but customer growth last week.—
Tasmin Lockwood,
CNBC,
1 Oct. 2025
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Saudi Arabia expects wider budget deficits this year and in 2026 after lowering revenue projections and boosting spending.—
Matthew Martin,
semafor.com,
1 Oct. 2025
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The HydroJug Traveler also earns praise for the leakproof design.—
Sian Babish,
PEOPLE,
26 Sep. 2025
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According to Variety, each celebrity contestant earns approximately $125,000 for rehearsals and the first two episodes.—
Amanda Castro,
MSNBC Newsweek,
24 Sep. 2025
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“Gains.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/gains. Accessed 4 Oct. 2025.
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