aspirational gap
noun phraseThe distance between what someone hopes to attain and their present resources or circumstances.
Distance between hopes and circumstances
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nounAn amount by which something falls short of what is needed or expected.
discrepancy
nounA difference or inconsistency between things that should agree.
Difference where agreement is expected
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disparity
nounA substantial difference or inequality.
inequality
nounA difference in amount, status, treatment, or opportunity between people or things.
interim
nounThe interval before a permanent arrangement or later event.
makeshift
adjectiveImprovised to meet an immediate need until a better solution is available.
omission
nounSomething left out, or the act of failing to include or do something.
provisional
adjectiveTemporary or conditional, pending further information or confirmation.
rift
nounA split, gap, or serious disagreement.
Serious division
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