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Definition of gaining : of Gain

Synonyms:

closing, accessing, impending, coming, converging, looming, advancing, approaching, nearing

achieving, snaring, catching, snatching, winning, abducting, apprehending, occupying, seizing, taking, obtaining, collaring, securing, arresting, capturing, getting

Usage examples:

• It is absolutely impossible to rid ourselves of prejudice without at the same time gaining freedom from self- love. - "A Man of the World", Annie Payson Call.
• Fever is gaining ground. - "The Roman Question", Edmond About.
• Would not such precaution as that keep you from gaining a true knowledge of many things? - "Donal Grant", George MacDonald.