pick on

verb

picked on; picking on; picks on

transitive verb

: to single out for criticism, teasing, or bullying

picked on smaller boys

also : to single out for a particular purpose or for special attention

Examples of pick on in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

With Lowe’s arrival as well as Williams’ return, the 49ers weren’t compelled to spend a high draft pick on a lineman, instead waiting until the fourth round for Willis and the fifth round for Enrique Cruz Jr. — Cam Inman, Mercury News, 20 July 2026

Since fantasy teams that drafted a standout rookie tight end didn’t spend an early pick on the position, their early selections were available to use on more foundational positions like running back and wide receiver. — John Riker, New York Times, 20 July 2026

Well, the Cubs certainly followed through with that vision by using 16 of their 21 picks on pitchers. — Meghan Montemurro, Chicago Tribune, 13 July 2026

The Padres took high school right-hander Coleman Borthwick on Saturday, the first of their five picks on Day 1. — Jeff Sanders, San Diego Union-Tribune, 12 July 2026

Rhymes for pick on

• anton
• argon
• axon
• baronne
• baryon
• baton
• boron
• buisson
• bygone
• capon
• cardon
• chiffon