leave a gap
Frequency: 7.09.2 per million words
To create a space between things, or for a departure to cause something to be missing.
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Examples (10)
- Please leave a small gap between the tiles so the grout can set.
- The sudden resignation left a huge gap in the leadership team.
- She always leaves a gap at the top of the page for notes.
- The storm left gaps in the fence that we had to repair.
- Leaving a gap around the frame will allow for expansion.
- Don't leave any gap in your reasoning when you present the case.
- Their departure will leave a noticeable gap in community services.
- A narrow gap was left between the curtains, letting in light.
- Why did you leave such a wide gap in the schedule?
- If you leave a gap in your résumé, be ready to explain it.