build a bridge

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: to establish a relationship (as to foster understanding and appreciation of cultural differences)
They hope to build a bridge between the two cultures.

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Plans for American lenders to build a bridge to European film markets with new financing strategies to fill out upfront production budgets came into focus in Rome on Tuesday. — Etan Vlessing, HollywoodReporter, 20 Oct. 2026 The stated goal of Collage is to build a bridge between AI-native production companies and Hollywood studios, streamers, filmmakers, and brands. — Dade Hayes, Deadline, 19 Oct. 2026 City staff told commissioners that the development agreement obligates the developer to build a bridge. — Miami Herald, 16 Sep. 2026 Hirsch advised Rosenwald to use part of his fortune to help build high-quality public schools in the South for Black students and to build a bridge to success for many Black students. — Chicago Tribune, 22 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for build a bridge

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“Build a bridge.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/build%20a%20bridge. Accessed 25 Oct. 2026.

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