Sentence examples for a tap on from inspiring English sources

The phrase "a tap on" is correct and usable in written English.
It can be used to describe a light touch or contact, often in a gentle or casual manner.
Example: "She gave him a tap on the shoulder to get his attention."
Alternatives: "a touch on" or "a pat on".

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There is a tap on his shoulder.

I feel a tap on my shoulder.

Starsia felt a tap on his shoulder.

He felt a tap on his shoulder and turned.

Mowbray: "It was a tap on the ankle".

In other words, a tap on the wrist.

During a recess, Segal felt a tap on his shoulder.

It's a tap on the finger," she said.

I got a tap on the shoulder, and I jumped.

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"At any time, a tap on the brake pedal will return control to the human driver".

She gives a tap on her horn and waves: Go ahead, cross the street.

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