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Example Sentences

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With ‘Eternal Flame,’ we’re reaching back to the ’80s to show how her taste is evolving, and how she’s learning to tap into that sadness.”

From Los Angeles Times • Jul. 3, 2026

Many telecom executives and investors have speculated for years about whether the company would offer some sort of phone that could tap its satellite links.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jul. 2, 2026

Tips include using water from washing fruit and vegetables for watering plants in the garden and not leaving the tap running while cleaning teeth.

From BBC • Jul. 1, 2026

The technical indicator for gold doesn’t necessarily mean that a bearish trend for prices is on tap, he added.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 30, 2026

“Just a slight tap with your heels and he’ll fly. Each tap, he’ll go faster and faster. But he won’t be able to gallop full out all the time. Pull back and let him slow.”

From "Will’s Race for Home" by Jewell Parker Rhodes