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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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as in interval
a break in continuity
there was a 15-minute gap between the two televised sporting events
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as in void
an incomplete or deficient area
a gap in his understanding
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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
Cumberland Gap Where Tennessee, Kentucky, and Virginia meet, Cumberland Gap sits in a valley that looks up at the famous gap in the Cumberland Mountain range from which the town gets its name.
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Tara Massouleh McCay, Southern Living, 8 Jan. 2026
But in a city with a dire housing shortage, the gap has sharpened scrutiny of policies that critics say make building in Kansas City more difficult.
—David Hudnall, Kansas City Star, 8 Jan. 2026
That created a price gap, with the cost of Pepsi soft drink products being lower at Walmart compared to the retail giant's competitors, according to the federal complaint.
—Kate Perez, USA Today, 8 Jan. 2026
Based on the most current available data, the foundation said in a statement to Fortune that this new suggestion would dramatically increase that gap.
—Nick Lichtenberg, Fortune, 8 Jan. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for gap
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His absence left yet another hole in the quartet featuring him, Ball, Knueppel and Bridges.—
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Plunging directly in the frigid lake via holes carved in the ice.—
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These five movement styles included resistance training, aerobic exercise, high-intensity intervals, mind–body practices like Tai Chi and yoga, and hybrid routines blending any of the previous four types.—
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Users can also select between four timer settings at one-hour intervals.—
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After transferring from Colorado, Hood helped the Volunteers fill the void created by the absence of Jermod McCoy.—
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The Mets have been linked to Valdez, who would fill their void for a top-of-the-rotation starter, but president of baseball operations David Stearns has preferred to keep contracts for pitchers short.—
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It was last seen running into a canyon area between Dove Canyon and Coto De Caza, said a news release from the agency.—
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The following morning, a resident called about a dog barking in a remote canyon roughly a mile from where the canine was reported missing.—
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Be sure to clean in every crevice to remove residue, mold, and mildew.—
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Kardv Cordless Vacuum Cleaner This slim tool comes with a dust brush and crevice tool to target stairs, curtains, and upholstery.—
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The Rookie will be paired with Idol for the rest of the season, with its remaining 15 episodes getting a straight run with no interruptions.—
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Police use these radios to reach dispatch services, contact Emergency Medical Services, and seek backup police services without network interruptions, according to Radio Communications of Virginia.—
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Three animal control officers returned to the area and used the thermal drone to pinpoint the exact location of the missing pet, then waded through dense brush and a steep ravine to bring the animal to safety, Animal Services Manager Kyle Werner said.—
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Even after authorities located Airen’s body down a large ravine in rural Bates County, many questions lingered.—
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Kim, 70, runs the cafe with the same routine every day, opening early and closing by noon.—
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The first signs of trouble came in the opening minutes of the game.—
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“Gap.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/gap. Accessed 20 Jan. 2026.
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