picking

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A spokesperson said: "After years of failure, the priority now must be full, safe restoration with those responsible made to pay - not taxpayers picking up the bill."

From BBC • Apr. 3, 2026

In my experience, it’s a little like getting an incoming call on a vibrating cellphone, except instead of picking up the phone, you are the phone.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 1, 2026

When it comes to picking the best S&P 500 index fund, the results are bound to be a photo finish.

From Barron's • Apr. 1, 2026

She added that while price pressures are picking up, the recovery in economic momentum since late last year has yet to be derailed.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 1, 2026

Still picking, Lloyd said at last, “What about him?”

From "The Teacher’s Funeral" by Richard Peck