missing link

Definitions

1. A hypothetical primate once thought necessary to explain a perceived evolutionary gap between apes and humans.
   colloquial
2. Any sought-after or valuable intermediary figure or position.
   figuratively

Equivalents

Examples

“"In the latter case, he may well approximate to what the vulgar have⟳ called the 'missing link⟳'."”

“What we need⟳ is an artist who is also a scientist; or a scientist who thinks like⟳ an artist. And at last⟳ I can unveil that missing link⟳ of art and science!”

“It is hoped this can finally solve⟳ the conundrum of how to connect⟳ the base⟳ to the elite, for so long the game’s missing link⟳.”

“"For too long, there has been a missing link⟳ between the East and West Midlands, and this is our opportunity to reforge it," said Webbe.”

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