What does gapping mean?
A grammatical construction in which a phrase or clause is omitted from a sentence, typically for emphasis or to create a sense of contrast. This construction is often used in informal speech or writing to add variety or interest to language.
Example
"The teacher asked the students to complete the assignment, but gapping made the instructions seem unclear."
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