tap in

The phrase 'tap in' is commonly used in sports, public transportation, and informal contexts, each with a unique meaning.

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Definition

B1Sports

(informal)To score by lightly hitting or pushing the ball into the goal or target from a close distance.

Example

  • The striker managed to tap in the ball from just a few feet away.

B1Public Transportation

(technical)To enter a transport system by placing a travel card on a reader.

Example

  • Remember to tap in your Oyster card before boarding the train.

B2Slang

(informal)To contact or reach out to someone, often for a specific purpose.

Example

  • If you need anything, just tap in with me.

Similar

Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "tap in":

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