bridge the gap

phrase

: to have qualities of two different groups or things
often + between
His work bridges the gap between popular fiction and serious literature.

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For many students, private student loans bridge the gap left by federal aid and scholarships. Amy Deyoung, USA Today, 22 Aug. 2026 Organizations that successfully bridge the gap between proof-of-concept and production often work with providers that combine advanced AI and optimization capabilities with deep operational expertise. George Ninikas, Footwear News, 20 Aug. 2026 The watch is designed to bridge the gap between the southern Japanese coast and the shores of the Hawaiian Island of Oahu, divided by the Pacific Ocean. Anthony Demarco, Forbes.com, 20 Aug. 2026 The conversation in Springfield about sensible housing reforms shouldn’t end, but given there’s no time to lose, complementary ideas can help bridge the gap between now and whenever Illinois gets its act together. The Editorial Board, Chicago Tribune, 13 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for bridge the gap

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“Bridge the gap.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/bridge%20the%20gap. Accessed 24 Aug. 2026.

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