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pick on

VERB
nag
Synonyms
STRONGEST
badger bully get at tease torment
WEAK
bait blame carp cavil criticize find fault foment get to goad hector incite instigate pick at provoke quibble start

Example Sentences

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While the season showcased Simpson’s ability to carve up defenses, there was widespread hesitation about using a premium pick on him because of his lack of experience.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 24, 2026

When the NFL draft begins on Thursday night, Commissioner Roger Goodell will hardly need to glance at an index card to know that the Raiders intended to use the first overall pick on Mendoza.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 23, 2026

I am going to have to pick on liberal arts majors.

From Barron's • Feb. 19, 2026

The winless New York Giants used a first-round pick on Mississippi quarterback Jaxson Dart, and Sunday they’ll get a first regular-season glimpse at that investment.

From Los Angeles Times • Sep. 26, 2025

“And we let it happen. We let them pick on you.”

From "The Absolutely True Diary of a Part-Time Indian" by Sherman Alexie