picked
Example Sentences
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Gus Atkinson picked up a hamstring injury in the fourth Test in Melbourne and was ruled out of the Sydney finale.
From BBC
Of those 12 points available, West Ham picked up just one - and even that came after they had twice thrown away the lead before drawing 2-2 with Brighton.
From BBC
Each was wearing an avalanche beacon/transceiver, which emits a steady radio signal that can be picked up by the other beacons.
From Los Angeles Times
Kerr picked up the two technicals — his first in nearly four seasons — and was held back by Payton and assistant coaches before exiting to the locker room.
From Los Angeles Times
Tisdale said it reminded her of an earlier stage of the group's friendship, when she had "picked up on hints of a weird dynamic" involving "another mom who often wasn't included".
From BBC
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