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