pick on

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But the point of such suits seems to be less to pick on each company/influencer one by one and more to make undisclosed partnerships a business risk and potential liability writ large.

From Slate • Jun. 27, 2026

Casey’s was a Barron’s stock pick on Dec. 3, 2025.

From Barron's • Jun. 9, 2026

That doesn’t mean Stafford was thrilled about general manager Les Snead and coach Sean McVay spending a first-round pick on his heir apparent.

From Los Angeles Times • May 31, 2026

The stock is down about 30% this year, though roughly flat since Barron’s Investor Circle introduced it as a pick on Feb. 13.

From Barron's • May 22, 2026

I had a feeling Ms. Gruwell was going to pick on me.

From "The Freedom Writers Diary" by The Freedom Writers