gain on
US /ɡeɪn ɑːn/
UK /ɡeɪn ɑːn/
1.
따라잡다, 접근하다
to get closer to someone or something that you are chasing
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The runner started to gain on his opponent in the last lap.
주자는 마지막 바퀴에서 상대방을 따라잡기 시작했다.
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The police car was slowly gaining on the speeding vehicle.
경찰차는 과속 차량을 천천히 따라잡고 있었다.
2.
증가하다, 압도하다
to increase in amount or degree, especially in a way that is negative or problematic
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The company's debts continued to gain on its assets.
회사의 부채는 자산을 넘어서 계속 증가했다.
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The feeling of despair began to gain on her.
절망감이 그녀를 압도하기 시작했다.