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src: wikipedia
- Definition
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- gain :a quantity that is added
- there was an addition to property taxes this year|they recorded the cattle's gain in weight over a period of weeks
- gain :obtain
- derive pleasure from one's garden
- gain :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
- gain :derive a benefit from
- She profited from his vast experience
- gain :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
- gain :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
- gain :rise in rate or price
- The stock market gained 24 points today
- gain :increase or develop
- the peace movement gained momentum|the car gathers speed