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gap

Pronunciation: [/ɡæp/]

Word

Learn how to use gap in a sentence: 9 audio examples across 3 meanings.

Context: “space”

(noun) an empty space or opening between two things. It's like a hole or a break in something.

Example

There was a small gap between the two bookshelves.

Example

There is no gap between the two buildings; they are connected.

Example

Can you see a gap in the wall where the door used to be?

Context: “difference”

(noun) a lack of understanding or knowledge in a particular area. It's like a missing piece of information or a lack of connection.

Example

There's a gap in my knowledge of history between the Middle Ages and the Renaissance.

Example

There is no gap in her understanding of the subject; she knows it well.

Example

Do you notice a gap in your understanding of algebra?

Context: “distance”

(verb) to create a space or distance between two things. It's like making a break or separation.

Example

The team managed to gap the leading car and take the lead.

Example

They couldn't gap the opponent, and they lost the race.

Example

How far did they manage to gap the other runners?

How to pronounce gap

Pronunciation: [/ɡæp/]

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