bridge the gap
idiom
: 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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To bridge the gap between nuclear power and field safety, the team is using 3D printing to create custom radiation shields.
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Mrigakshi Dixit, Interesting Engineering, 9 Feb. 2026
One of her goals during her time at Gabb Headquarters was to help bridge the gap between Gabb and mainstream products.
—Maggie Menderski, Louisville Courier Journal, 6 Feb. 2026
Teacher Jennie Park agrees that having someone from outside the school helps bridge the gap between lessons and life beyond the classroom.
—Daniel Wilkerson, CBS News, 4 Feb. 2026
One current relationship could help bridge the gap.
—Alec Lewis, New York Times, 3 Feb. 2026
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Mrigakshi Dixit, Interesting Engineering, 9 Feb. 2026
One of her goals during her time at Gabb Headquarters was to help bridge the gap between Gabb and mainstream products.
—Maggie Menderski, Louisville Courier Journal, 6 Feb. 2026
Teacher Jennie Park agrees that having someone from outside the school helps bridge the gap between lessons and life beyond the classroom.
—Daniel Wilkerson, CBS News, 4 Feb. 2026
One current relationship could help bridge the gap.
—Alec Lewis, New York Times, 3 Feb. 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 15 Feb. 2026.
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