to gain
Third Person
gains
Present Participle
gaining
Past Tense
gained
Past Participle
gained
1
to obtain something through one's own actions or hard work
transitive
- She gained recognition in the industry through years of dedication and innovation.
- He gained admission to his dream university by acing his exams and extracurricular activities.
- They gained the trust of their clients by consistently delivering exceptional service.
- She gained proficiency in multiple languages through intensive study and practice.
- He gained a reputation as a reliable leader by effectively managing his team through challenging projects.
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2
to obtain or achieve something that is needed or desired
transitive
- He gained the knowledge necessary to excel in his field through extensive research.
- She gained the support of her community for her charity project.
- They gained access to the exclusive event with VIP passes.
- He gained the confidence to speak in public after attending several workshops.
- She gained valuable experience during her internship that helped her secure a full-time job.
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3
to acquire financial or material profit
- She gained from the lucrative investment, earning a large sum.
- The company gained significantly after expanding into new markets.
- He gained by selling his stock at the peak of the market.
- They gained from the sale of their property, which increased in value over time.
- The investment paid off, and he gained more than he had ever imagined.
4
to receive or derive a benefit or advantage from something
- She gained from the extra time spent studying for the exam.
- They gained from the partnership, which expanded their market reach.
- The community gained from the new educational initiatives.
- The local economy gained from the influx of tourists during the festival.
- The local economy gained from the influx of tourists during the festival.
5
to reach or arrive at a specific destination or place
transitive
- After hours of hiking, they finally gained the mountain peak.
- They gained the city by nightfall, exhausted but relieved.
- The ship gained the port safely despite the stormy weather.
- After weeks of travel, they gained their destination, eager for rest.
- He gained the summit of the hill just as the sun began to set.
6
to put on weight or become heavier
- He started to gain after he switched to a higher-calorie diet.
- She gained quickly over the winter months.
- After starting her new workout routine, he began to gain steadily.
- Over the course of the year, she gained significantly.
- They gained during the off-season when they took a break from training.
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7
(of currencies, prices, etc.) to increase in value
- The stock market is expected to gain this quarter.
- Prices of essential goods have begun to gain due to demand.
- His investments gained significantly over the year.
- The real estate market continues to gain in value.
- She noticed that her savings gained interest over time.
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to become greater or more intense in a specific quality or characteristic
transitive
- The plant gained height quickly in the warm, sunny weather.
- His knowledge of history gained depth after reading several detailed books.
- The area gained popularity as a tourist destination after the new attractions opened.
- Over time, he gained clarity on his career goals.
- The team gained speed during the final laps of the race.
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9
to obtain or accumulate advantages, such as points, scores, or benefits
transitive
- She gained several points during the match, putting her team in the lead.
- They gained the upper hand in the game after a series of well-executed moves.
- He managed to gain a few points despite the strong competition.
- He gained ground quickly during the race and overtook his opponents.
- She gained an advantage over her competitors with a faster response time.
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