handpicked
Example Sentences
Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.
"Ever the planner, Dolly worked with the team that she handpicked, for the past several years to build a project roadmap that will guide us for decades to come."
From BBC ● Sep. 23, 2026
The accusations against Bryan Seaver, who was Parton's head of security and was handpicked to announce her death last month, have been made public in US legal documents filed this week.
From BBC ● Sep. 23, 2026
Most of them shunned the president’s handpicked envoy to the island, Louisiana Gov. Jeff Landry, when he visited Nuuk for the first time in May.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 7, 2026
Curtis handpicked Turner as his assistant last year.
From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 1, 2026
“We have numerous sharpshooters, but rather a dearth of camera crews. Therefore, we’ve handpicked the eight of you to be what we call our ‘Star Squad.’
From "Mockingjay" by Suzanne Collins
