bridge the gap

American  

[brij thuh gap] / ˈbrɪdʒ ðə ˈgæp /

idiom

1. to create a connection between things that are separated either physically or metaphorically.

   The mentorship program helps bridge the gap between middle school and high school.

2. to fill in a gap or lack, as of time, money, understanding, or opportunity.

   Student loans allow many to bridge the gap and be able to afford a college education.

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Etymology

Origin of bridge the gap

First recorded in 1855–60, in the literal sense

Example Sentences

And sometimes if something feels far away, I do have to be like, “OK, well, how do I bridge the gap to this thing? How can I relate to it? Oh, well, I guess, yeah, I had to deal with this in my life. And how did I respond to it? Well, how would Victor respond to it? How would I respond to it if I had Victor’s circumstances?”

From Los Angeles Times

She notes unemployment benefits can take a few weeks to kick in, and even modest savings can help bridge the gap.

From The Wall Street Journal

If forced, its firms will train on inferior chips, accept short-term losses and bridge the gap over time without our tech.

From The Wall Street Journal

Sarandos was seen as one of the key Hollywood players in helping bridge the gap.

From Los Angeles Times

Building a succession plan to bridge the gap between the skills in a business today and those needed tomorrow is critical for family businesses, says Charlie Grubb, a senior managing director at global recruitment company Robert Half.

From BBC