His ideas, at least in this respect, gained few adherents.

The report aims to advance the virtual revolution in police work that is gaining adherents around the country.

Christians gave new meaning to suffering and gained adherents who were willing to suffer or even to die for the faith.

Just what motivated him is not clear, but two theories are gaining adherents.

Despite these challenges, green marketing has continued to gain adherents, particularly in light of growing global concern about climate change.

In recent years, the fundamentalist groups have gained adherents in the name of a holy war against American institutions and influence, officials said.

"The good ones gain adherents to a bill rather than lose them."

But the notion of secession has gained other adherents.

In the late 1970's, front-wheel drive gained adherents and threatened to dominate the market.

In the 1970's and 1980's, separatist groups demanding independence gained adherents.