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as in to master
to acquire complete knowledge, understanding, or skill in
he has a knack for picking up a language in a few weeks
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as in to collect
to bring together in one body or place
pick up all of your things because we have to be off this beach before dark
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as in to buy
to get possession of (something) by giving money in exchange for
could you pick up some milk at the store?
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as in to gain
to gradually increase in
the boat was just picking up speed when it was rammed by another boat
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as in to lift
to move from a lower to a higher place or position
pick up your feet while I vacuum in front of the sofa
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as in to arrest
to take or keep under one's control by authority of law
police picked up the fugitive when she went out to buy food
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as in to clean house
to make a place neat and orderly by removing extraneous stuff
I thought you said you had picked up, so why are these things still lying around the rec room?
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as in to resume
to begin again or return to after an interruption
after the protestors were removed from the auditorium, the speaker picked up his lecture right where he had left off
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as in to trim
to make neat
the boy's bedroom looked like it hadn't been picked up in quite a while
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Recent Examples of pickup
Gabrielle Starr, Boston Herald, 8 July 2025
The lineup has helped pick up the slack, with Juan Soto turning himself into a genuine All-Star snub since the start of June and Brandon Nimmo, who hit two grand slams last week, now on pace for more than 30 homers.
—The Athletic Mlb Staff, New York Times, 8 July 2025
However, Monday’s losses picked up steam after President Donald Trump said on Truth Social that the U.S. will impose 25% tariffs on imports from Japan and South Korea, starting Aug. 1.
—Jeff Marks,morgan Chittum, CNBC, 7 July 2025
Invite a stranger to their home to pick up an item sold on Facebook Marketplace or Craigslist.
—Lucy Notarantonio, MSNBC Newsweek, 7 July 2025
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Starter Richard Fitts picked up his first big-league win.
—Gabrielle Starr, Boston Herald, 8 July 2025
The lineup has helped pick up the slack, with Juan Soto turning himself into a genuine All-Star snub since the start of June and Brandon Nimmo, who hit two grand slams last week, now on pace for more than 30 homers.
—The Athletic Mlb Staff, New York Times, 8 July 2025
However, Monday’s losses picked up steam after President Donald Trump said on Truth Social that the U.S. will impose 25% tariffs on imports from Japan and South Korea, starting Aug. 1.
—Jeff Marks,morgan Chittum, CNBC, 7 July 2025
Invite a stranger to their home to pick up an item sold on Facebook Marketplace or Craigslist.
—Lucy Notarantonio, MSNBC Newsweek, 7 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for pickup
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Rather than trying to master multiple AI platforms, teachers can start with one tool and thoroughly explore its capabilities.—
Sarah Hernholm,
Forbes.com,
8 July 2025
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After a spa treatment or a dip in the ocean, guests can learn how to string fragrant plumeria leis or master the art of hula in open-air pavilions.—
John Wogan,
Travel + Leisure,
8 July 2025
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In both cases, the outfit collects its second top 10 hit.—
Hugh McIntyre,
Forbes.com,
8 July 2025
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While a sister site, the Trans Data Library, collects and monitors information about anti-trans activism around the country.—
Brittany Allen,
Literary Hub,
8 July 2025
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When the officers did not buy his story, Brown then claimed the home belonged to his grandparents, police said.—
Julia Bonavita,
FOXNews.com,
1 July 2025
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Similarly, even before our government pulled U.S. products from liquor stores, many Canadians had stopped buying American.—
Stephen Marche,
The Atlantic,
1 July 2025
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But that brief overlap sparked a lifelong friendship, and Gallagher watched from afar over the years as Brewer gained prominence in the San Diego legal community.—
Alex Riggins,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
5 July 2025
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The Aperol spritz has gained a reputation for being a healthier alternative to other cocktails.—
Sarah Bence,
Verywell Health,
5 July 2025
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The Supreme Court on Tuesday lifted a federal judge's order pausing the Trump administration's large-scale staffing cuts and agency restructuring.—
Rebecca Morin,
USA Today,
10 July 2025
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Superman’s first big boost came Tuesday when the film’s review embargo lifted.—
Tim Lammers,
Forbes.com,
10 July 2025
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The men were arrested after a shooting in June on eastbound I-70 that killed 20-year-old Eduardo Alexander Alvarado Urrea of Silver Spring, state police said in a Monday news release.—
Racquel Bazos,
Baltimore Sun,
1 July 2025
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The 27 men arrested came from across Lake County and Kenosha County in Wisconsin.—
Joseph States,
Chicago Tribune,
30 June 2025
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The parasite's rapid spread through Mexico triggered the May suspension after the USDA's February attempt to resume imports with enhanced inspection protocols proved insufficient.—
Adeola Adeosun,
MSNBC Newsweek,
1 July 2025
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Canada scrapped its digital services tax and agreed to resume trade negotiations with the U.S. that could ease months of tensions between the key allies and trading partners.—
Sara Salinas,Jacob Pramuk,Michele Luhn,
CNBC,
30 June 2025
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Some might have trimmed guest lists — not for space, but to cut the grocery bill.—
Orlando Sentinel,
The Orlando Sentinel,
5 July 2025
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The hue of your walls, trim, and ceiling can either clash or complement your upholstery, drapery, and art.—
Tessa Cooper,
Southern Living,
2 July 2025
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“Pickup.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/pickup. Accessed 14 Jul. 2025.
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