1
as in hole
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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2
as in interval
a break in continuity
there was a 15-minute gap between the two televised sporting events
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3
as in void
an incomplete or deficient area
a gap in his understanding
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4
as in canyon
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 gap
Reality check: The gap between San Diego's incomes and its housing prices is closing, but homeownership is still out of reach for many families.
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Kate Murphy, Axios, 22 Jan. 2025
What did surprise me, though, was how urgent and relevant the film’s plot—which focuses on Palmer’s Dreux and SZA’s Alyssa desperately trying to earn enough money to pay their rent before they’re evicted—feels at a cultural moment increasingly defined by the vast wealth gap.
—Emma Specter, Vogue, 22 Jan. 2025
The only gap was in 2020 and 2021 when it was canceled due to the pandemic.
—Elizabeth Marie Himchak, San Diego Union-Tribune, 22 Jan. 2025
This chart also suggests BST, which sports an 8% discount to NAV (or the gap between its market price and NAV), is a great buy now.
—Michael Foster, Forbes, 11 Jan. 2025
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Kate Murphy, Axios, 22 Jan. 2025
What did surprise me, though, was how urgent and relevant the film’s plot—which focuses on Palmer’s Dreux and SZA’s Alyssa desperately trying to earn enough money to pay their rent before they’re evicted—feels at a cultural moment increasingly defined by the vast wealth gap.
—Emma Specter, Vogue, 22 Jan. 2025
The only gap was in 2020 and 2021 when it was canceled due to the pandemic.
—Elizabeth Marie Himchak, San Diego Union-Tribune, 22 Jan. 2025
This chart also suggests BST, which sports an 8% discount to NAV (or the gap between its market price and NAV), is a great buy now.
—Michael Foster, Forbes, 11 Jan. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for gap
Noun
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But the concerns about how the state ended up in the budget hole to begin with, remains central to the blame game.—
Mikenzie Frost,
Baltimore Sun,
25 Jan. 2025
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The Mets still have a gaping hole at first base and the two sides likely aren't too far apart on a deal.—
Zach Pressnell,
Newsweek,
24 Jan. 2025
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Tyler Perry’s latest film Six Triple Eight also had a strong performance during this interval, coming in at No. 8 with 867M viewing minutes.—
Katie Campione,
Deadline,
16 Jan. 2025
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During these intervals, new vulnerabilities can emerge and existing ones can be exploited.—
Eoin Keary,
Forbes,
13 Jan. 2025
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The launch addresses a persistent void in the home video market, where South Asian cinema has been historically underserved by major distribution labels.—
Naman Ramachandran,
Variety,
21 Jan. 2025
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Some analysts suggest that China, the U.S.'s geopolitical rival, will seize the opportunity to fill the void and strengthen its role as a global leader at Washington's expense.—
Kristen Waggoner,
Newsweek,
21 Jan. 2025
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Tucked into a box canyon in the San Juan Mountains, Telluride, Colorado, is best known for its epic skiing and annual film festival.—
Emma Reynolds,
Robb Report,
17 Jan. 2025
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But with gusts clocked at 59 mph, the fire quickly started pushing a shower of sparks across the canyon.—
Terry Castleman,
Los Angeles Times,
17 Jan. 2025
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Use the floor brush for stairs, the crevice tool for windowsills and couch cushions, and the dusting brush for dusty surfaces.—
Isabel Garcia,
People.com,
22 Jan. 2025
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Bake on the lower rack for 15 to 18 minutes, until brown in the highest spots and golden in the crevices.—
Kelly Brant,
arkansasonline.com,
14 Jan. 2025
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This discrepancy is due in part to significantly lower lifetime earnings, as well as potential factors like career interruptions for caregiving or a tendency and/or need for some to prioritize family needs over personal savings.—
Paula Thielen,
Forbes,
16 Jan. 2025
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The site indicated the interruptions had been occurring since at least 9 a.m. ET.—
Rob Wile,
NBC News,
15 Jan. 2025
Noun
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California’s largest fire in 2024 started when a man pushed a burning car into a ravine near Chico.—
Virginia Iglesias,
The Conversation,
13 Jan. 2025
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Advertisement Hirschfield raped Gonsalves and dumped both of the teenagers’ bodies in a ravine about 30 miles east of Davis in Sacramento County, where they were found by police three days later.—
Clara Harter,
Los Angeles Times,
17 Dec. 2024
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Joseph kept his opening remarks brief, thanking the audience for attending the early morning screening at the Egyptian Theatre, which was well-attended given the early start time and late re-addition to the schedule.—
William Earl,
Variety,
27 Jan. 2025
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In the film’s opening scene, Roger tests the waters with Casey, an art dealer running a small gallery in Bed-Stuy.—
Lovia Gyarkye,
The Hollywood Reporter,
27 Jan. 2025
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“Gap.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/gap. Accessed 30 Jan. 2025.
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