pick

Example Sentences

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Each was picked because of its statistically significant ability to forecast the S&P 500 inflation-adjusted total return over the subsequent decade.

From MarketWatch

For instance, a pair of jewel-toned beetles she picked up made an ideal centerpiece for a regal bib necklace.

From Los Angeles Times

On a search for another book by a 19th century woman author, a copy of “Emma” on display at a local bookstore caught her eye, and she picked it up.

From Los Angeles Times

"I look around every day in rehearsal and I'm picking up little skills," she says.

From BBC

It was initially built for use by Octopus but has since picked up a raft of other utilities clients, including EDF, E.On Next, TalkTalk and National Grid US.

From BBC