picky

Example Sentences

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If nothing else, it pays to be picky in the consumer space.

From Barron's • Jun. 3, 2026

But buyers currently shopping for homes are being picky, especially if a home needs repairs that could add to their costs, real-estate agents say.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 21, 2026

Angelenos will also find their ballot crowded with other tax hike proposals, which may leave some voters feeling picky.

From Los Angeles Times • May 12, 2026

For those who crave it, being an online conspiracy theorist is a reliable source of attention and praise, especially if they aren’t especially picky about who it’s coming from.

From Salon • Apr. 24, 2026

But you can’t be picky when the cupboard is bare.

From "Crenshaw" by Katherine Applegate