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traction

[trak-shuhn] / ˈtræk ʃən /


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One explanation has been gaining traction, though, and it’s bad news for producers: The world may be figuring out how to get by with less oil.

From Barron's • Jun. 9, 2026

“Our initiatives to improve operations, deepen guest connection, and enhance profitability continue to gain traction, with strong execution from our teams driving third quarter results that exceeded expectations,” Chief Executive Officer Julie Masino said.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 9, 2026

Whether these efforts gain significant traction remains unclear.

From Salon • Jun. 6, 2026

His first effort featured a  cyan-colored Virgin Mary image layered on a retro Chivas tee, which gained traction on his Instagram account.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 5, 2026

Every day I kept thinking about what had happened on the river, and I couldn’t seem to get the traction I needed for forward motion.

From "Red Kayak" by Priscilla Cummings




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