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Inroad
01
a gradual advance or penetration that weakens or reduces strength, influence, or effectiveness
Examples
The company 's aggressive marketing strategy made significant inroads into its competitor's market share.
02
a sudden and often hostile invasion or raid into a territory or area
Examples
The barbarian tribes made significant inroads into the kingdom's borders, pillaging villages along the way.
03
a success that is achieved, particularly as a result of destroying or reducing the success of another thing
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