close the gap

idiom

: to reduce or eliminate a difference between two people, groups, or things

—often + between

We hope to close the gap between well-funded suburban schools and the struggling schools in poorer communities.

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The son of assistant coach, wrestling great and former New England Patriot Stephen Neal, got three takedowns and an escape to defeat Patrick Roberts 11-1 to close the gap to 30-25. —

Kevin J. Farmer, San Diego Union-Tribune, 2 Feb. 2025 Mulino had promised to close the gap to northbound migrants with Trump’s help – but don’t count on him honoring old commitments if US boots touch Panamanian soil. —

Patrick Oppmann, CNN, 31 Jan. 2025 Proponents are optimistic that federal funding will help close the gap, though the exact amount the project may receive is still uncertain. —

Ryan MacAsero, The Mercury News, 24 Jan. 2025 The Broncos want to close the gap between them and the league’s top contenders. —

Ryan McFadden, The Denver Post, 20 Jan. 2025 See all Example Sentences for close the gap

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