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as in holes
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 intervals
a break in continuity
there was a 15-minute gap between the two televised sporting events
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as in ravines
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 gaps
Having security leaders who are not in-house could create vulnerabilities or gaps in security, which could stifle organizations’ strategies and leave them open to attacks.
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Jeffrey Wheatman, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024
When the tile degraded, the gaps were filled in with livestock bones.
—Sonja Anderson, Smithsonian Magazine, 23 Dec. 2024
Collaborating with these associations can help close skills gaps and improve employee retention.
—Kerrie Jordan, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024
Research shows that persistent medication coverage—staying on the treatment without significant gaps—is crucial for achieving meaningful weight loss.
—Josh Hammer, Newsweek, 23 Dec. 2024
The agency is aiming to maintain a consistent flight cadence, while reducing gaps between missions and incorporating lessons learned.
—Andrew Jones, Space.com, 23 Dec. 2024
On the one hand, fewer employees pursuing traditional leadership tracks can create gaps in decision-making, team development, and operational consistency.
—Dr. Diane Hamilton, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
Report Notes Staffing Problem The task force found that Thomas Crooks, the gunman in Butler, Pennsylvania, exploited security gaps caused by insufficient staffing and resources.
—Joseph Epstein, Newsweek, 11 Dec. 2024
Moving down to the daily chart below Q2 and Q3 earnings are labeled that saw significant gaps higher as the stock more than doubled from the August lows.
—Todd Gordon, CNBC, 10 Dec. 2024
Jeffrey Wheatman, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024
When the tile degraded, the gaps were filled in with livestock bones.
—Sonja Anderson, Smithsonian Magazine, 23 Dec. 2024
Collaborating with these associations can help close skills gaps and improve employee retention.
—Kerrie Jordan, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024
Research shows that persistent medication coverage—staying on the treatment without significant gaps—is crucial for achieving meaningful weight loss.
—Josh Hammer, Newsweek, 23 Dec. 2024
The agency is aiming to maintain a consistent flight cadence, while reducing gaps between missions and incorporating lessons learned.
—Andrew Jones, Space.com, 23 Dec. 2024
On the one hand, fewer employees pursuing traditional leadership tracks can create gaps in decision-making, team development, and operational consistency.
—Dr. Diane Hamilton, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
Report Notes Staffing Problem The task force found that Thomas Crooks, the gunman in Butler, Pennsylvania, exploited security gaps caused by insufficient staffing and resources.
—Joseph Epstein, Newsweek, 11 Dec. 2024
Moving down to the daily chart below Q2 and Q3 earnings are labeled that saw significant gaps higher as the stock more than doubled from the August lows.
—Todd Gordon, CNBC, 10 Dec. 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for gaps
Noun
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Using kitchen twine, tie head at 1-inch intervals.Susan Selasky, Detroit Free Press, 24 Dec. 2024
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Taking place 27 years before Stephen King’s original novel (because Pennywise only shows up in 27-year intervals), the show will explore the town’s first sightings and experiences with the dancing clown.Lucy Ford, TIME, 20 Dec. 2024
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The gorge’s steep ravines and lush vegetation create an atmospheric setting that feels almost mythical.Praveen Moman, Travel + Leisure, 21 Dec. 2024
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Then their decayed remains began to turn up in the dense national forest that surrounds Placerville, dumped behind rocks or deep in ravines veiled by towering pines.Jessica Garrison, Los Angeles Times, 18 Dec. 2024
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Chickadees, nuthatches, and others are able to locate and eat dormant and larval insects by carefully inspecting crevices and cracks in tree bark.Kait Hanson, Southern Living, 15 Dec. 2024
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In fact, according to our experts, failing to take some time to walk around you and thoroughly inspect crevices for gaps or cracks in your home can cause major problems for you comfort-wise and wallet-wise this winter season.Ashlyn Needham, Southern Living, 10 Dec. 2024
Noun
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One wonders if the interruptions from the smaller screens will be a permanent blight on the big screen theatrical experience.Thomas Doherty, The Hollywood Reporter, 27 Dec. 2024
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The American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (ASPCA) recommends getting dogs used to the new sounds, smells, and interruptions that come with a newborn in the months before, and associating these things with treats and rewards.Rachael O'Connor, Newsweek, 23 Dec. 2024
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Many were small, but if the thunderstorm coincided with Santa Ana winds, the gusts could blow embers into the canyons, spreading the conflagration rapidly.Noah Haggerty, Los Angeles Times, 14 Dec. 2024
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The city, which is about 45 miles north of Los Angeles, is known for its rugged canyons, stunning bluffs and celebrities' seaside mansions.Bradford Betz, Fox News, 13 Dec. 2024
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Despite being a shameless queue jumper who seems to slide through ski lift crowds like water, she's clearly respected and adored by countless people across the valleys.Toby Skinner, Condé Nast Traveler, 26 Dec. 2024
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Advertisement Temperatures on Christmas Day will be in the mid-60s, possibly reaching low 70s in some of the valleys.Brittny Mejia, Los Angeles Times, 22 Dec. 2024
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“Gaps.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/gaps. Accessed 16 Jan. 2025.
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