gained

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Private ballots were held for each councillor, but with each receiving 29 votes, neither gained a majority.

From BBC • May 29, 2026

The shares of Gemini Space Station, the parent company that operates the cryptocurrency exchange, gained 5% Thursday.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 28, 2026

Over the past 12 months, Agilent stock has gained 18%.

From Barron's • May 28, 2026

Even with the recent breakout, the IYT has gained 12.9% in 2026, while the chip-sector tracker known as the SOX has soared 81.1%.

From MarketWatch • May 28, 2026

"And speaking of flowers, you've gained certain benefits from one, haven't you?"

From "City of the Plague God" by Sarwat Chadda