Definitions

picking

[pik-ing] / ˈpɪk ɪŋ /

NOUN

choosing

Synonyms

STRONG

culling deciding electing separating

WEAK

choice election exercising judgment making a choice making up one's mind option selection

NOUN

selecting

Synonyms

STRONG

appointing culling denominating determining electing indicating isolating separating

WEAK

appointment choice denomination determination election isolation selection separation

NOUN

selection

Synonyms

STRONGEST

choice collection draft election excerpt option pick

STRONG

alternative druthers lineup

WEAK

choosing culling

Antonyms

WEAK

refusal rejection

Example Sentences

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Picking Ternus as its next chief signals Apple prioritizing market-calming corporate continuity over radical change, according to Francisco Jeronimo, vice president of client devices at market analytics firm IDC.

From Barron's • Apr. 21, 2026

Picking up Houghton’s script, the director recalls feeling relieved.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 25, 2026

"Picking apart and genetically editing these CNSs confirmed they're essential for developmental function," Hendelman says.

From Science Daily • Mar. 14, 2026

Picking up best pop act, Dean squealed "no way" and added: "Pop music is kind of confusing. I don't really know what it means but I think it's about togetherness and making people feel good."

From BBC • Feb. 28, 2026

Picking his way among stacks of magazines and a couple of book racks, he stood next to a bulletin board.

From "The Landry News" by Andrew Clements

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