pick up

Example Sentences

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That’s because a looming, powerful El Niño is expected to pick up where the Iran conflict leaves off.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 8, 2026

I think he procrastinates because he either doesn’t want to run errands for his 93-year-old mother or else he needs to pick up his mail.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 6, 2026

Anita was also carrying two bags and the couple still had a few more things to pick up.

From BBC • Jun. 3, 2026

But the agency stopped short of mandating the system known as ADS-B In, which allows aircraft themselves to pick up the signals.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 31, 2026

A squashed-skunk-looking soul knelt to pick up the scattered teacups.

From "The Undead Fox of Deadwood Forest" by Aubrey Hartman