bridge the gap / gulf / divide

/bɹˈɪdʒ ðə ɡˈap ɔː ɡˈʌlf ɔː dɪvˈaɪd/

/bɹˈɪdʒ ðə ɡˈæp ɔːɹ ɡˈʌlf ɔːɹ dɪvˈaɪd/

[phrase]

to bridge the gap / gulf / divide

[PHRASE]

to remove or reduce the differences that keep people or things separated

to [bridge] the (gap|gulf|divide) definition and meaning

What is the origin of the idiom "bridge the gap" and when to use it?

The idiom "bridge the gap" draws upon the literal concept of building a bridge to span a physical gap or divide. This phrase has been widely used in various contexts, including social, cultural, and technological domains. Its usage has become deeply embedded in everyday language to describe efforts to overcome differences, establish understanding, or foster cooperation.

Examples

1. Kim: ITunes bridged the gap between the music industry and consumers by providing an easy and affordable way to buy music online.

2. Yeah, so, I mean, in a way, the fact that they're taking on more debt is a way of bridging the gap, right?

3. He wrote to 55 CEOs of the world's leading financial institutions, inviting them to participate in an initiative that would bridge the gap between investors and important environmental, social and governance issues.

4. Weavers will look for twigs or lianas that bridge the gap to other trees, and expand to every plant they can reach.

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