inroads
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"Since it hasn't been able to make meaningful inroads into SK hynix's market share, it appears to be shifting its focus to other areas."
From Barron's ● Jul. 30, 2026
The students were rescued by the army hours after they were taken and generally, the authorities appear to have made recent inroads in their fight against armed gangs.
From BBC ● Jul. 24, 2026
"This is really the time to make some inroads into figuring out how to slow it down."
From Science Daily ● Jul. 12, 2026
Chinese brands are now making inroads into Volkswagen’s European heartlands, and President Trump’s tariffs have added billions of dollars in costs to its import-reliant U.S. business.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 10, 2026
“Maybe for right now, Tally. But if we keep making inroads into the city, we might find a pretty who wants out.”
From "Uglies" by Scott Westerfeld
