gains (B1)
noun
Pronunciation: /ɡeɪnz/
Definition
Increases in wealth, strength, size, or knowledge.
Examples
The company reported substantial gains in its stock value this quarter.
Regular exercise leads to gains in cardiovascular health.
She made significant academic gains after switching to a new study method.
How to Use gains
- gain from (prepositional phrase)
- To benefit or profit from something. — "Many businesses will gain from the new infrastructure project."
- gain on (phrasal verb)
- To get closer to someone or something you are chasing. — "The second-place runner is gaining on the leader."
- gain access to (collocation)
- To be able to enter or use something. — "It is difficult to gain access to the restricted area."
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