tapped
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That “storied legacy” was why Disney tapped Burger King to promote its latest “Star Wars” movie, Lylle Breier, Disney’s executive vice president of partnerships, promotions and events, said in an emailed statement.
From Los Angeles Times • May 22, 2026
There’s also been a carousel of leadership changes before Frank Bisignano, commissioner of the Social Security Administration, was tapped as CEO for the IRS.
From MarketWatch • May 20, 2026
Gap has tapped a PVH executive to helm its Banana Republic brand.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 19, 2026
The Manchester United captain's low cross was tapped in by Bryan Mbeumo as they beat Nottingham Forest on Sunday.
From BBC • May 17, 2026
But the brothers also observed at least one medium snapping her fingers against a table; another who tapped a leather-booted foot against a chair leg.
From "American Spirits" by Barb Rosenstock
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