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traction

[trak-shuhn] / ˈtræk ʃən /


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While superconducting is seen as a tried-and-true method that leverages standard semiconductor manufacturing, neutral atoms are rapidly gaining traction as a promising alternative.

From Barron's • Jun. 9, 2026

Whether these efforts gain significant traction remains unclear.

From Salon • Jun. 6, 2026

Nvidia’s new PC CPU changes the competitive landscape, an analyst says, but the company still has a ways to go before it gains serious traction.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 2, 2026

The Bruins struggled to gain traction against Terry, who joined Texas Tech following last season’s exit from the WCWS.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 1, 2026

All along, though, the unflattering counternarrative about me seemed only to gain traction.

From "Becoming" by Michelle Obama




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