SYNONYMS AND RELATED EXPRESSIONS
aspirational gap
noun phrase
The distance between what someone hopes to attain and their present resources or circumstances.
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Distance between hopes and circumstances
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See aspirational gap in use
The essay uses aspirational gap to describe a character whose desired lifestyle exceeds his income.
Nolan wanted to mount a solo exhibition, but an aspirational gap separated that goal from his current access to space, materials, and preparation time.
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