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build bridges

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build bridges
to improve relationships between people who are very different or do not like each other. A local charity is working to build bridges between different ethnic groups in the area. (often + between)
See also: Bridges, build
build bridges
to increase understanding between different people or groups. They wanted to build bridges and believed that an international conference would be the best way to start that process.
See also: Bridges, build
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The mission of the Marin Foundation to build bridges between evangelical Christians and the wider GLBT community presents both challenges and opportunities; some see it as a fool's errand.
A fool's errand? by Forst, Steve / The Advocate (The national gay & lesbian newsmagazine)
Less than a week after undergoing gallbladder surgery, the ambassador welcomed guests and discussed the importance of interfaith dialogue, telling the assembled visitors that Tunisia is a Muslim country that works hard to build bridges with other faiths and promote tolerance.
Tunisian envoy hosts Ramadan iftar by Hanley, Delinda C. / Washington Report on Middle East Affairs
They build bridges, experiment with forces, create models, map neighborhoods and design future cities.
NYBC names two public service award recipients by Real Estate Weekly
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