inroads

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Nina Linh, who entered the race early on as a Democrat but has since identified as an independent, is hoping to make inroads with voters disenchanted by both parties.

From Los Angeles Times • May 11, 2026

Reform is making inroads into other Labour areas with white, working-class populations who are struggling to make ends meet.

From BBC • May 1, 2026

Many bird populations have suffered due to inroads on their habitats.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 1, 2026

The agreement, Sherman said, quickly opened up diplomatic inroads between the U.S. and Iran that could have yielded future talks on subjects including missiles and regional proxies.

From Slate • May 1, 2026

They have actually taken 3 and 11—the latter so crucial since it’s Panem’s main food supplier—and have made inroads in several other districts as well.

From "Mockingjay" by Suzanne Collins