tapping

Example Sentences

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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

For Falakshahi, the only factor limiting further oil price spikes at the moment is China, "which is buying less oil than normal" by tapping into its vast strategic reserves.

From Barron's • 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

Several of the president’s allies have already talked about tapping into the fund.

From Los Angeles Times • May 22, 2026

“I don’t want to get caught, like I nearly was before,” he said, tapping the map.

From Full of Beans by Jennifer L. Holm