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

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Example Sentences

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bridge the gap

“The expenses have exceeded their resources and so they’re paying what they can,” she said, noting that credit cards are being used to bridge the gap.

From MarketWatch ● Oct. 7, 2026

"They bridge the gap between the science community and common people - locals and visitors," Jorphail adds.

From BBC ● Sep. 26, 2026

"This work helps bridge the gap between laboratory experiments and real geological systems," Professor Iglauer said.

From Science Daily ● Aug. 29, 2026

Private student loans might help you bridge the gap.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 15, 2026

Aphrodite’s words came back to Piper: You must bridge the gap between Roman and Greek, my child.

From "Blood of Olympus" by Rick Riordan

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