Meaning of the word "close the gap" in English

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close the gap

US /kloʊz ðə ɡæp/
UK /kləʊz ðə ɡæp/

Idiom

to reduce or eliminate a difference or disparity between two things or groups

Example:
The new policy aims to close the gap between rich and poor.
We need to work harder to close the gap in academic performance.