nitpicker

Example Sentences

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The king had a reputation for being a nitpicker.

From Washington Post

Even the skillful array of nitpickers in the Georgia fan base couldn’t find many nits with this, especially from that side of the ball often nit-rich around here: the offense.

From Washington Post

Sandman declared that he was not a “nitpicker” and that “there were lots of crimes committed by lots of people, but were they placed at the door of the President?”

From The New Yorker

Imagine the similar pettiness that nitpickers would exhibit during a recount, in trying to prove what does or doesn’t constitute a properly hand-marked ballot.

From Washington Times

As I said, I don't like the role of nitpicker; your column is always fresh and well-written.

From Fox News