untapped

adjective un·tapped \ ˌən-ˈtapt \

Updated on: 18 May 2018

Definition of untapped

1 : not subjected to tapping

an untapped keg

2 : not drawn upon or utilized

as yet untapped markets

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But there's a whole untapped market out there, one that Sandra Bullock should consider for whatever sequel follows Ocean's Eight: Superhero movie props.

— joshua rivera, GQ, "Master Criminal(s) Steals Iron Man Movie Armor, Disappears Without a Trace," 9 May 2018
Three-year backup Cameron Artis-Payne has untapped potential and the Panthers will likely still add depth there, including intriguing undrafted free agent running back/receiver/quarterback Reggie Bonnafon.

— jourdan rodrigue, charlotteobserver, "Panthers didn't draft interior offensive linemen. Here's their plan to fill that gap. | Charlotte Observer," 29 Apr. 2018
Smith is the prototype weak-side linebacker, with great sideline-to-sideline speed, while Edmunds is a rangy 6 feet 5 with tons of untapped potential at just 19 years old.

— dave birkett, Detroit Free Press, "NFL draft preview: Will Detroit Lions love of LBs spill into draft?," 23 Apr. 2018
But the Phillies are willing to work through his growing pains, believing that there is untapped potential in his bat.

— matt breen, Philly.com, "Phillies beat Rays on Jorge Alfaro's single," 13 Apr. 2018
Are suitors bidding for a 25-homer hitter or a player who retains untapped power potential?

— dennis lin, sandiegouniontribune.com, "Eric Hosmer's intangibles, power potential could intrigue Padres," 16 Nov. 2017
Mexico's Cinepolis, the world's fourth-largest exhibitor, has announced plans to crack Saudi Arabia's untapped and highly lucrative cinema market.

— john hecht, The Hollywood Reporter, "Cinepolis to Open Movie Theaters in Saudi Arabia," 27 Apr. 2018
Streets found Dave taking the untapped, chambered rage that unequivocally took root in the debut’s dedication and finally pushed it to the forefront.

— ryan gabos, Billboard, "From 'Crash' to 'Crush': 20 Years of Dave Matthews Band's Haunting Masterwork 'Before These Crowded Streets'," 27 Apr. 2018
Abrams is focused on building the progressive coalition her campaign believes will help her win: African-Americans, Hispanics, Asians and untapped White voters.

— Essence.com, "Can She Turn A Red State Blue? Stacey Abrams Intends To In Georgia," 26 Apr. 2018

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