: the act, process, or means by which something is tapped
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Many observers point to the tapping of the Marvel-veteran Gunn to lead its DC efforts as a major bet that his more in-your-face, socially conscious take on the universe’s storylines will pay off with modern consumers and years-long fans alike.
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Dominick Mastrangelo, The Hill, 11 July 2025
The guitar was endlessly impressive, with the intricate yet quick plucking matching the equally enjoyable tapping of flamenco dancing.
—Angeline Patrick Pacheco, Twin Cities, 4 Aug. 2025
The touch screen is a nice, well, touch, offering additional ways to interact with your laptop like swiping and tapping.
—Jade Chung-Lee, PCMAG, 12 Feb. 2025
There was also the first example in a while on the Grammys of choreographed tapping, albeit tap-synching.
—Chris Willman, Variety, 3 Feb. 2025
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Dominick Mastrangelo, The Hill, 11 July 2025
The guitar was endlessly impressive, with the intricate yet quick plucking matching the equally enjoyable tapping of flamenco dancing.
—Angeline Patrick Pacheco, Twin Cities, 4 Aug. 2025
The touch screen is a nice, well, touch, offering additional ways to interact with your laptop like swiping and tapping.
—Jade Chung-Lee, PCMAG, 12 Feb. 2025
There was also the first example in a while on the Grammys of choreographed tapping, albeit tap-synching.
—Chris Willman, Variety, 3 Feb. 2025
See All Example Sentences for tapping
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“Tapping.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/tapping. Accessed 27 Aug. 2025.
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