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Gather Momentum

GATH-er moh-MEN-tum

/ˈɡæðər moʊˈmɛntəm/

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GatherMomentum

Dictionary meaning

To progressively gain speed, force, or support as a process, movement, or project develops over time. Drawn from physics, where a moving object accumulates more force the longer it moves.

Examples

  • The campaign began slowly but gradually gathered momentum as more volunteers joined.
  • The renewable energy transition is gathering momentum around the world.

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