gain on
US /ɡeɪn ɑːn/
UK /ɡeɪn ɑːn/
句動詞
1.
追いつく, 差を詰める
to get closer to someone or something that you are chasing
例:
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The runner started to gain on his opponent in the last lap.
ランナーは最終ラップで相手に追いつき始めた。
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The police car was slowly gaining on the speeding vehicle.
パトカーはゆっくりとスピード違反の車両に追いついていた。
2.
上回る, 襲いかかる
to increase in amount or degree, especially in a way that is negative or problematic
例:
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The company's debts continued to gain on its assets.
会社の負債は資産を上回り続けた。
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The feeling of despair began to gain on her.
絶望感が彼女を襲い始めた。
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