tapping

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Aides off-screen began furiously tapping their shoulders and passing them notes.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 17, 2026

Studies now show that plants can continue drawing large amounts of water even during hot, dry conditions, tapping both snowmelt and groundwater and reducing the amount that reaches rivers.

From Science Daily • Apr. 14, 2026

In their own ways, Raccio and Moon’s mattress store sound baths are tapping into a collective need for rest, but beyond that — a gentle pause from technology for one’s own well-being.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 13, 2026

“There is a very long history of excellence in optics and atomic physics in France, and so we are really tapping into this tradition,” Bokhari told Barron’s.

From Barron's • Apr. 8, 2026

“You can start by telling me your name,” the officer said, tapping his fountain pen against the desk.

From "The City Beautiful" by Aden Polydoros