traction
Example Sentences
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Until that dynamic resolves, rallies may struggle to gain traction.
From MarketWatch
He believes the company will “generate unprecedented traction for its entire portfolio across the federal and commercial landscapes” in the coming quarters.
From MarketWatch
Car buyers might be getting less inclined to haggle, or perhaps just don’t get as much traction in negotiations as they used to.
Alternatives to the wood in the yacht industry are gaining traction.
From BBC
But they gained little traction in a market where options were generally reserved for Wall Street professionals.
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