Soldiers can take cover behind walls and objects in the environment to gain a measure of protection.
And only in that way will the student gain a measure of personal integrity.
Egypt got important territory back, and Israel gained a measure of peace.
But you might gain a measure of customer sympathy through small changes that cost nothing or close to it.
The Duke must believe he's gaining a measure of security.
For the first time in a long while, the Democrats have gained a measure of emotional heat, call it momentum.
To hear him confess and gain a measure of satisfaction?
"The tribe and its rights have gained a measure of respect," he said.
As a result, the performance gained an extra measure of charm.
But Lauren seemed to gain a measure of confidence from the answer.