fill the gaps
phrase
: to add what is need to something to make it complete
He's trying to fill the gaps in his CD collection.
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But African countries cannot build their future on the assumption that foreign governments will always fill the gaps.
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W. Gyude Moore,
semafor.com,
2 July 2026
And as frustrations grow over what locals describe as a slow and insufficient official response, ordinary citizens have stepped in to fill the gaps in rescue, relief, and recovery.
—
Tibisay Zea,
Christian Science Monitor,
30 June 2026
This may be an automatic process, Rux said, or specific proteins might encourage the microtubule bricks to fill the gaps.
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Jake Buehler,
Quanta Magazine,
29 June 2026
How to Snack Smart The key to getting enough protein is enjoying a variety of protein-rich foods throughout the day, and snacks can help fill the gaps.
—
Melissa Kravitz Hoeffner,
Martha Stewart,
27 June 2026
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W. Gyude Moore,
semafor.com,
2 July 2026
And as frustrations grow over what locals describe as a slow and insufficient official response, ordinary citizens have stepped in to fill the gaps in rescue, relief, and recovery.
—
Tibisay Zea,
Christian Science Monitor,
30 June 2026
This may be an automatic process, Rux said, or specific proteins might encourage the microtubule bricks to fill the gaps.
—
Jake Buehler,
Quanta Magazine,
29 June 2026
How to Snack Smart The key to getting enough protein is enjoying a variety of protein-rich foods throughout the day, and snacks can help fill the gaps.
—
Melissa Kravitz Hoeffner,
Martha Stewart,
27 June 2026
See All Example Sentences for fill the gaps
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“Fill the gaps.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/fill%20the%20gaps. Accessed 6 Jul. 2026.
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