JLPT N1 Advanced
隙
A physical gap, spare moment, or unguarded vulnerability.
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透き less common, usually for physical gaps
1 Noun
A Weak Spot / Unguarded Moment
Describes a lapse in focus, a flaw in defense, or a psychological blind spot that invites attack or criticism.
Example
相手 の ほんの 一瞬 の 隙 を 突いて 、 ゴール を 決め た 。
I exploited a split-second opening in my opponent's defense and scored a goal.
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2 Noun
A Gap in Space or Time
Denotes a physical opening between objects or a spare interval of time available for use.
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