1
: not subjected to tapping
an untapped keg
2
: not drawn upon or utilized
as yet untapped markets
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There remains a lot of untapped potential in easyJet Holidays, as its market share continues to grow from a low base.
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John Choong, Forbes.com, 14 July 2025
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Early on, Parker-Tyus carved a lane for herself with her defense and energy, but her long-range shooting remained untapped.
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John Choong, Forbes.com, 14 July 2025
Bubbly, bittersweet, and bursting with untapped potential, a bottle of tonic water is the key to a whole summer of compelling cocktails.
—Amiel Stanek, Bon Appetit Magazine, 11 July 2025
Early on, Parker-Tyus carved a lane for herself with her defense and energy, but her long-range shooting remained untapped.
—Devin Robertson, MSNBC Newsweek, 10 July 2025
Nack’s long-time mission is to unlock the untapped potential within African talent pools.
—Daniel Fusch, USA Today, 10 July 2025
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“Untapped.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/untapped. Accessed 21 Jul. 2025.
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untapped
adjective
un·tapped
ˌən-ˈtapt 
1
: not tapped
an untapped keg
2
: not drawn upon or used
as yet untapped markets
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