as in to select
to decide to accept (someone or something) from a group of possibilities
handpicked what she considered to be the cutest kitten from the litter
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Recent Examples of handpick
Our team of savvy editors independently handpicks all recommendations.
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Marina Johnson, Freep.com, 3 Oct. 2025
Our team of savvy editors independently handpicks all recommendations.
—Christopher Kuhagen, jsonline.com, 1 Oct. 2025
After those firings, Redfin allegedly helped handpick some of those employees to work for Zillow.
—Ramishah Maruf, CNN Money, 30 Sep. 2025
For small infestations, handpick larvae and smash them or drop into soapy water, says Khan.
—Arricca Elin Sansone, Southern Living, 10 Sep. 2025
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Marina Johnson, Freep.com, 3 Oct. 2025
Our team of savvy editors independently handpicks all recommendations.
—Christopher Kuhagen, jsonline.com, 1 Oct. 2025
After those firings, Redfin allegedly helped handpick some of those employees to work for Zillow.
—Ramishah Maruf, CNN Money, 30 Sep. 2025
For small infestations, handpick larvae and smash them or drop into soapy water, says Khan.
—Arricca Elin Sansone, Southern Living, 10 Sep. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for handpick
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Liam McNeeley was listed as one of the steals of the draft based on where he was selected, and Josh Longstaff was recognized as one of the top assistant coaches in the league.—
Roderick Boone,
Charlotte Observer,
12 Oct. 2025
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In Frankin, dozens in the Franklin area attend try-outs with the hopes of being selected as a part of the top 12.—
Gabrielle Chenault,
Nashville Tennessean,
12 Oct. 2025
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That is why, with an open base, the Phillies chose to put Shohei Ohtani on first.—
Fabian Ardaya,
New York Times,
10 Oct. 2025
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Underwood believes that choosing a name isn’t just about what sounds sweet in childhood, but about who her child will eventually grow into in the real world.—
Valerie Mesa,
PEOPLE,
10 Oct. 2025
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People saw this strange-looking rock and tried to pick it up, but none could until this innocent little boy succeeded, delivering it to authorities.—
JSTOR Daily,
JSTOR Daily,
16 Oct. 2025
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The New England Patriots’ TreVeyon Henderson, picked 38th, is averaging seven carries per game.—
Vic Tafur,
New York Times,
16 Oct. 2025
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“Handpick.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/handpick. Accessed 16 Oct. 2025.
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