gain on
US /ɡeɪn ɑːn/
UK /ɡeɪn ɒn/
片語動詞
1.
追上, 趕上
to get closer to someone or something that you are chasing
範例:
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The runner started to gain on his opponent in the last lap.
在最後一圈，這位跑步者開始追上他的對手。
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The police car was slowly gaining on the speeding vehicle.
警車正在緩慢地追上超速行駛的車輛。
2.
超過, 侵襲
to increase in amount or degree, especially in a way that is negative or problematic
範例:
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The company's debts continued to gain on its assets.
公司的債務繼續超過其資產。
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The feeling of despair began to gain on her.
絕望感開始侵襲她。