tapping

Example Sentences

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"We were really close to a deal, but they keep tapping us along."

From Barron's • Jun. 11, 2026

In other words, the reserves his company and others have been tapping — including the U.S. strategic petroleum reserve, which is supposed to be used only for global emergencies — are about to run out.

From Salon • Jun. 7, 2026

It suggests tapping your retirement fund before age 73 to help bring down your balances, along with your RMDs.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 5, 2026

He then started tapping the equity markets by selling common shares through the at-the-market offerings.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 1, 2026

He cocked his head, tapping his lower lip as though he found the concept absolutely befuddling.

From "The City Beautiful" by Aden Polydoros