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bridge the gap


Meanings
  • Phrasal Verb

    To help or make a connection between two things that are different or separated.

    - "The new employee was given the task of bridging the gap between the marketing and sales departments."
    - "Despite their differences, the siblings were able to bridge the gap and reconcile."

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Etymology
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The phrase 'bridge the gap' is a metaphorical expression that comes from the concept of building a physical bridge to connect two separate points.


Trivia
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  1. The longest bridge in the world is the Danyang-Kunshan Grand Bridge in China, which is over 102 miles long.

  2. The first bridge was built over 6,000 years ago in China, using bamboo and clay.

  3. The term 'bridge' comes from the Old English word 'brycg', which means 'a structure for crossing over water'.

  4. In literature, the phrase 'bridge the gap' has been used in works such as 'To Kill a Mockingbird' by Harper Lee and 'The Great Gatsby' by F. Scott Fitzgerald.


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  1. Mediation: Bridging the gap is similar to the process of mediation, where a neutral third party helps facilitate communication and understanding between two parties in conflict.

  2. Reconciliation: Bridging the gap is also related to the concept of reconciliation, which involves making amends and restoring relationships after a conflict or disagreement.


Culture
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Bridging the gap is a common theme in literature and art, often representing the overcoming of conflicts or misunderstandings between people or groups.

How to Memorize "bridge the gap"

  1. visualize

    - Visualize a physical bridge connecting two separate sides or points.
    - Imagine people coming together on either side of the bridge and shaking hands as a symbol of unity and understanding.

  2. associate

    - Associate the phrase 'bridge the gap' with the image of a bridge connecting two sides.
    - Think of the phrase as a reminder to help facilitate communication and understanding between different people or groups.

  3. mnemonics

    - Use the acronym B.R.I.D.G.E. to remember the meaning: Build Relationships, Ignite Dialogue, Generate Empathy.


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