gaining

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In Asia, secondary cities like Kanazawa in Japan are gaining traction beyond Tokyo and Kyoto.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 15, 2026

Dr. Nester said gaining a better understanding of deep-sea biodiversity could help improve marine park planning, environmental monitoring, and conservation efforts over time.

From Science Daily • May 14, 2026

With inflation still gaining speed, Ayers expects the hawkish wing of the Fed’s policy committee to advocate for an extended pause in interest rates—even if Warsh likely prefers to lower rates over time.

From Barron's • May 13, 2026

“The cubs are gaining confidence, exploring and learning the skills they’ll need to survive on their own.”

From Los Angeles Times • May 13, 2026

Ignorance of the ABCs, Frederick Douglass would write after gaining his freedom, was part of “the white man’s power to enslave the black man.”

From "In the Shadow of Liberty" by Kenneth C. Davis