Gain (Verb)
Meaning 1
Obtain; "derive pleasure from one's garden".
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Verbs of buying, selling, owning.
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- By tending to her garden, she was able to gain a deeper appreciation for nature's beauty.
- She spent hours nurturing her plants, and the joy she gain from watching them grow was immense.
- The hours invested in her garden allowed her to gain a sense of peacefulness she couldn't find elsewhere.
- The gardener's patience was rewarded as he began to gain not only physical benefits but also mental clarity.
- The family found that by working together in their garden, they were able to gain valuable time together.
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Meaning 2
Reach a destination, either real or abstract; "We hit Detroit by noon"; "The water reached the doorstep"; "We barely made it to the finish line"; "I have to hit the MAC machine before the weekend starts".
Classification
Verbs of walking, flying, swimming.
Examples
- We'll gain the finish line by nightfall if we keep up the pace.
- The hikers will gain the summit by midday if the weather holds.
- We're expected to gain the port by tomorrow evening, despite the rough seas.
- By following this shortcut, you'll gain the city center in no time.
- The swimmers should gain the shore in an hour or so, provided they swim steadily.
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Meaning 3
Increase (one's body weight); "She gained 20 pounds when she stopped exercising".
Classification
Verbs of grooming, dressing and bodily care.
Examples
- She gained 20 pounds when she stopped exercising and started eating more junk food.
- After quitting her job and staying at home, Sarah gained significant weight from lack of movement.
- He gained nearly 40 pounds in just a few months from overeating at holiday feasts.
- Kate gained around 15 pounds in her first semester of college due to stress and unhealthy eating habits.
- During her pregnancy, Maria gained about 35 pounds but managed to lose most of it after childbirth.
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Meaning 4
Derive a benefit from; "She profited from his vast experience".
Classification
Verbs of buying, selling, owning.
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- The company will gain a competitive advantage with its new product launch.
- She managed to gain muscle mass through her intense workout routine and diet.
- By switching to solar power, the city will gain significant savings on energy costs.
- His unique marketing strategy helped the business gain a strong online presence.
- Students can gain valuable work experience by participating in internships during their college years.
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Meaning 5
Rise in rate or price; "The stock market gained 24 points today".
Classification
Verbs of size, temperature change, intensifying, etc..
Examples
- The company's stock price gained 5% after the announcement of its quarterly earnings.
- Oil prices gained 2 dollars a barrel due to the recent global shortages.
- The currency gained value compared to the dollar over the past year.
- Gold prices gained significantly last week following the decline in the economy.
- Home values gained an average of 10% in the past 12 months in this neighborhood.
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Meaning 6
Increase or develop; "the peace movement gained momentum"; "the car gathers speed".
Classification
Verbs of size, temperature change, intensifying, etc..
Examples
- As the crowd started to chant, the protest began to gain ground against the government policies.
- Her influence helped her party gain control of the local council.
- Regular exercise has allowed John to gain muscle and endurance.
- The nonprofit organization continues to gain public support through fundraising events.
- The new data security software has helped the company to gain trust from its clients.
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Meaning 7
Win something through one's efforts; "I acquired a passing knowledge of Chinese"; "Gain an understanding of international finance"; "win someone's confidence and friendship".
Classification
Verbs of buying, selling, owning.
Examples
- She was able to gain the trust of her team members through her tireless efforts and dedication to the project.
- By studying every day, I will gain a deeper understanding of the complexities of quantum physics by the end of the year.
- His charismatic personality helped him gain the confidence of his boss, who eventually promoted him to a higher position.
- Through her volunteer work, she was able to gain the respect and admiration of the local community for her selfless efforts.
- He spent years researching and learning from experts to gain a comprehensive knowledge of the industry.
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Meaning 8
Obtain advantages, such as points, etc.; "The home team was gaining ground"; "After defeating the Knicks, the Blazers pulled ahead of the Lakers in the battle for the number-one playoff berth in the Western Conference"; "win points".
Classification
Verbs of fighting, athletic activities.
Examples
- Their late-night performances on social media helped the up-and-coming artists gain more visibility and fans online.
- In their intense rivalry, both teams were gaining ground on each other, barely leading by a point.
- Although it had a poor start, the company was gaining momentum now, as investors liked its renewal strategy.
- With 300 more followers gained in a single day, she was optimistic about reaching her targeted audience soon.
- The students have been gaining points in the school tournament by solving math problems in just seconds.
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Meaning 9
Earn on some commercial or business transaction; earn as salary or wages; "How much do you make a month in your new job?"; "She earns a lot in her new job"; "this merger brought in lots of money"; "He clears $5,000 each month".
Classification
Verbs of buying, selling, owning.
Examples
- This investment is expected to gain a significant amount of profit for the company.
- Her promotion allowed her to gain a substantial increase in her monthly salary.
- The new marketing strategy helped the business gain a large sum of money through online sales.
- The freelance writer was able to gain a decent income by working on multiple projects simultaneously.
- The real estate agent helped his client gain a huge profit by selling the house at a higher price.