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as in holes
an open space in a barrier (as a wall or hedge)
there were several visible gaps in the wall where the drywall had pulled away from the wall framing
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as in intervals
a break in continuity
there was a 15-minute gap between the two televised sporting events
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as in ravines
a narrow opening between hillsides or mountains that can be used for passage
thought they were stuck until they found a gap in the mountain range that they could hike through
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Recent Examples of gaps
Recently, both the qualifying and race pace gaps have been trending down, and Hamilton is looking much more comfortable at the team.
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Nelson Espinal, MSNBC Newsweek, 3 Oct. 2025
With a constellation of eyes in the sky, forecasters could suddenly monitor conditions over oceans and remote landmasses, filling in major gaps in their models and providing an early warning system about potential storms forming far away.
—Beatrice Nolan, Fortune, 3 Oct. 2025
However, Anders focused her research on filling in still-existing gaps.
—Helen Carefoot, Flow Space, 3 Oct. 2025
India also invests in indigenous programs like the Tejas fighter jet and Arihant-class submarines, though modernization gaps remain.
—Aamir Khollam, Interesting Engineering, 2 Oct. 2025
That cooperation starts with a second layer of pressure that requires the other two forwards to take away passing options and fill gaps.
—Vincent Z. Mercogliano, New York Times, 2 Oct. 2025
If conversion therapy is as harmful as Colorado alleges, these gaps show the lack of proper tailoring, says Chiles.
—Timothy R. Holbrook, The Conversation, 2 Oct. 2025
Finally, Diarese George, CEO and President of the Nashville Public Education Foundation wrote about the strides MNPS has been making in educating Nashville children — and the community involvement that is necessary to further close those gaps.
—Andrea Williams, Nashville Tennessean, 27 Sep. 2025
But also, there are gaps in the film.
—Jessica Radloff, Glamour, 26 Sep. 2025
Nelson Espinal, MSNBC Newsweek, 3 Oct. 2025
With a constellation of eyes in the sky, forecasters could suddenly monitor conditions over oceans and remote landmasses, filling in major gaps in their models and providing an early warning system about potential storms forming far away.
—Beatrice Nolan, Fortune, 3 Oct. 2025
However, Anders focused her research on filling in still-existing gaps.
—Helen Carefoot, Flow Space, 3 Oct. 2025
India also invests in indigenous programs like the Tejas fighter jet and Arihant-class submarines, though modernization gaps remain.
—Aamir Khollam, Interesting Engineering, 2 Oct. 2025
That cooperation starts with a second layer of pressure that requires the other two forwards to take away passing options and fill gaps.
—Vincent Z. Mercogliano, New York Times, 2 Oct. 2025
If conversion therapy is as harmful as Colorado alleges, these gaps show the lack of proper tailoring, says Chiles.
—Timothy R. Holbrook, The Conversation, 2 Oct. 2025
Finally, Diarese George, CEO and President of the Nashville Public Education Foundation wrote about the strides MNPS has been making in educating Nashville children — and the community involvement that is necessary to further close those gaps.
—Andrea Williams, Nashville Tennessean, 27 Sep. 2025
But also, there are gaps in the film.
—Jessica Radloff, Glamour, 26 Sep. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for gaps
Noun
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Another tool combines a Phillips and flathead screwdriver (via a flippable bit), a tungsten steel automotive glass-breaking stud, a nail puller, a rope cutter, plus 5- and 7-mm hex wrench holes.—
New Atlas,
New Atlas,
30 Sep. 2025
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But the unexpected interloper turns out not to be the last of the heist’s hiccups when new team recruit Zen (Rosa Salazar) plugs Parker’s crew full of bullet holes and makes off with the rest of the cash.—
David Rooney,
HollywoodReporter,
30 Sep. 2025
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Microwave on High in 30-second intervals, stirring after every interval, until caramel is almost melted, about 1 1/2 minutes.—
Ann Taylor Pittman,
Southern Living,
30 Sep. 2025
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The celestial events happen annually or at other intervals, NASA says.—
Jenna Prestininzi,
Freep.com,
29 Sep. 2025
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The setting is breathtaking, with mountain ravines cascading away on either side.—
Barry Neild,
CNN Money,
23 Sep. 2025
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The North course, par 71, 6,945 yards, challenges the most accomplished golfers with its ravines, wind and tricky greens, while the popular and more sedate and sheltered par-70, 6,580-yard South Course, with four ocean-side holes, invites and tests golfers of every level.—
Greg Mellen,
Oc Register,
19 Sep. 2025
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Her voice, still more often than not, slides with ease into the cracks and crevices that kick drums and deep grooves open in neotraditional-style country compositions.—
Marcus K. Dowling,
Nashville Tennessean,
27 Sep. 2025
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Use a microfiber or soft cloth to wipe the seals with soapy water, making sure to get into any crevices.—
Brandee Gruener,
Southern Living,
26 Sep. 2025
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Any interruptions to basic research, such as changes to financial supports or institutions, may threaten future discoveries and potential payoffs for years to come.—
Ryan Summers,
The Conversation,
3 Oct. 2025
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For the most part, essential federal services continue during a government shutdown, but if the shutdown stretches on, delays and interruptions in federal aid, air travel and other services are likely.—
Maia Pandey,
jsonline.com,
1 Oct. 2025
Noun
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The area has flat dirt trails for hikers and bikers, rock canyons and open grass fields.—
Carlos Rico,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
29 Sep. 2025
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The hills of Bethpage State Park create miniature valleys and canyons throughout the property, and in turn, the grandstands from the 15th to 17th holes create an amphitheater of chaos encircled by huge video boards.—
Brody Miller,
New York Times,
29 Sep. 2025
Noun
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In total, nearly 12 tons of grout — approximately 1,740 gallons — have been pumped into the famous ocher walls to fill existing voids.—
The Washington Post,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
27 Sep. 2025
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In an interview with Variety, Elliot says that Charleson’s death left two voids in her life, one as an acting partner and one as a friend.—
Andy Swift,
TVLine,
25 Sep. 2025
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Further proof that Stafford’s summer hiatuses didn’t cause the Rams any major problems, McVay and Stafford leaned hard on the passing game.—
Tom Krasovic,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
8 Sep. 2025
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Since her 1984 debut on the public scene, Diamond Life, sold over six million copies worldwide, she been defined by deliberate scarcity, favoring long hiatuses and powerful comebacks.—
Doug Melville,
Forbes.com,
29 Aug. 2025
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“Gaps.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/gaps. Accessed 6 Oct. 2025.
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