gaining

To acquire possession of.

“Looks like you've gained a new friend.”

To have or receive advantage or profit; to acquire gain; to grow rich; to advance in interest, health, or happiness; to make progress.

“The sick man gains daily.”

To come off winner or victor in; to be successful in; to obtain by competition.

“to gain a battle; to gain a case at law”

To increase.

To be more likely to catch or overtake an individual.

“I'm gaining (on you).”

To reach.

“to gain the top of a mountain”

To draw into any interest or party; to win to one's side; to conciliate.

To put on weight.

“I've been gaining.”

(of a clock or watch) To run fast.

Gain; profit.