gaping

Example Sentences

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He replied, “The vacuum” — the gaping void where his career used to be.

From MarketWatch • Feb. 25, 2026

All Black Jordie Barrett says he's "gutted" Wellington Hurricanes teammate Brett Cameron faces another lengthy injury layoff, leaving them with a gaping hole at fly-half.

From Barron's • Feb. 21, 2026

For baseball, he believes, a salary cap would be a good thing, given the gaping revenue disparities among teams.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 10, 2026

That indicates the gaping discount Russia must accept from buyers.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 4, 2026

I think about the giant gaping hole in my heart, exactly the size of Ben’s fist.

From "What If It's Us" by Becky Albertalli and Adam Silvera