21.   That illustrates the wide gulf that must be bridged before the EU forges stronger defense and foreign policy cooperation.

22.   The rhetoric showed the wide gulf between Israeli and Palestinian positions, especially on the contentious issue of Jerusalem.

23.   He acknowledged, however, that there remained a wide gulf between his party and the separatists.

24.   Spokesmen for both sides said the talks had been worthwhile, but made clear a wide gulf remained on key issues.

25.   The event highlighted the wide gulf between the top and bottom.