B1 to get something that is useful, that gives you an advantage, or that is in some way positive, especially over a period of time(尤指经过一段时间逐渐)取得,获得,赢得,博得
C1 If a political party or an idea or belief gains ground, it becomes more popular or accepted.变得更受欢迎;取得进展;得到肯定
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You can't gain access to the computer system without entering your password.
The whole episode was a blatant attempt to gain publicity.
He gained a reputation as being a staunch defender of civil rights.
The pacifist movement is gaining increasing support among young people.
This policy may appeal to the party faithful, but will it gain the support of uncommitted voters?
B1 to increase in weight, speed, height, or amount增加;增添;增长
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The spacecraft will fly round Earth to gain momentum for its trip to Jupiter.
The rock gains speed as it rolls down the slope.
The kitchen clock is gaining time.
He has gained weight since giving up smoking.
You have gained 20 cm since I last measured you.
UK If a clock or watch gains, it works too quickly and shows a time that is later than the real time.(钟或表)走快
C1 an occasion when you get something useful or positive获得,得到;收益,获利
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Many people get caught in a vicious circle of dieting and weight gain.
Electricals made big gains in this afternoon's trading on Wall Street.
The collapse of its rivals brought fortuitous gains to the company.
The election returns produced a confusing picture of gains and losses.
The party made modest gains in the elections, but nothing like the huge gains that were predicted.
C1 an increase in something such as size, weight, or amount增加;提高;增长
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