inroads

Example Sentences

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The trip was intended to advance U.S. efforts to make inroads in a part of the world where China’s influence runs deep.

From Washington Times

However, she acknowledged there’s limited time for the U.S. to make inroads on the continent.

From Seattle Times

Still, the party’s gains were significant, including signs of new inroads in white working-class territory that has become exceedingly difficult for Democrats around the country.

From New York Times

But that is only the most vivid sign of how autocratic practices are making inroads around the world.

From New York Times

Although China’s influence in Africa has been a leading concern for U.S. foreign policy, Russia’s own attempts to make inroads has alarmed Washington as well.

From Seattle Times