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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Fernando Cervantes Jr, USA Today, 21 June 2025
This section is valuable real estate, so handpick three to five items to display here as proof of expertise and credibility, and choose wisely.
—Rachel Wells, Forbes.com, 11 June 2025
With strong industry networks and a commitment to representation, the firm handpicks experienced professionals, often individuals with whom the founders have previously worked.
—Geri Stengel, Forbes.com, 3 June 2025
While most films are released wide to up to 12,000 cinemas, distributors are now being allowed to handpick select cinemas and circuits, thus significantly reducing the cost of creating DCPs.
—Liz Shackleton, Deadline, 14 May 2025
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Fernando Cervantes Jr, USA Today, 21 June 2025
This section is valuable real estate, so handpick three to five items to display here as proof of expertise and credibility, and choose wisely.
—Rachel Wells, Forbes.com, 11 June 2025
With strong industry networks and a commitment to representation, the firm handpicks experienced professionals, often individuals with whom the founders have previously worked.
—Geri Stengel, Forbes.com, 3 June 2025
While most films are released wide to up to 12,000 cinemas, distributors are now being allowed to handpick select cinemas and circuits, thus significantly reducing the cost of creating DCPs.
—Liz Shackleton, Deadline, 14 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for handpick
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The Pirates selected another pitcher to join Hernandez on the path to the big leagues.—
Devon Henderson,
Oc Register,
13 July 2025
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When camping in an open environment, select a campsite in a valley, ravine, or low region.—
NC Weather Bot,
Charlotte Observer,
13 July 2025
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Barring an outright ban, which looks unlikely at this juncture, any legal action against X would take months, possibly years, to work its way through the European courts, especially if Musk chooses not to cooperate.—
Scott Roxborough,
HollywoodReporter,
10 July 2025
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Owners of heavy trucks can choose to only display their front license plate.—
Eleanor Nash
July 10,
Kansas City Star,
10 July 2025
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This was as strong a team as Moyes could feasibly pick from those available, yet the 1-0 defeat again highlighted a lack of quality and depth.—
Patrick Boyland,
New York Times,
21 July 2025
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White pillar candles are a stylist's best friend, and Joyner will pick hers up while strolling through Sam's Club.—
Sarah Lyon,
Southern Living,
20 July 2025
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“Handpick.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/handpick. Accessed 23 Jul. 2025.
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