handpicked

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To accompany this change, Trump is preparing to install a “Garden of Heroes” in Washington, D.C.’s West Potomac Park featuring statues of historical figures handpicked by himself.

From Salon • May 11, 2026

He first stepped down as CEO of Disney in 2020 after a 15-year stint to make way for handpicked successor Bob Chapek.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 23, 2026

But little did she know that her furniture had been on a holiday of their own after the comedian came to her house and handpicked items to send to Albert Square.

From BBC • Feb. 22, 2026

D’Amaro’s appointment comes a little over three years after Iger returned to the role, resuming control after the disastrous, short-lived reign of his handpicked successor, Bob Chapek.

From MarketWatch • Feb. 3, 2026

Most were handpicked by our grandfather, whom Shanti and I never got to meet.

From "You Bring the Distant Near" by Mitali Perkins