PICKED OUT Synonyms: 45 Similar and Opposite Words

picked out

verb

past tense of pick out

as in looked (at)

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Following the tragedy, another neighbor, identified as Rachel, placed flowers near the police barrier at the scene.

— Sam Gillette, PEOPLE, 24 Sep. 2026
The Evanston Police Department said the man, whom police have identified only as an Evanston resident, resembled someone federal agents were seeking.

— Julianna Bragg, CNN Money, 24 Sep. 2026

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Oregon was stunned by Oklahoma State, just two weeks ago, leading to real questions about whether the Ducks are the Playoff contender they were made out to be.

— Ryan Kartje, Los Angeles Times, 21 Sep. 2026
Plus, it's made out of aluminum for extra durability with long hours of play and accidental drops.

— George Yang, PC Magazine, 21 Sep. 2026

Definition of made out

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Secure loose outdoor items, including furniture and garbage containers, that could be picked up by strong winds.

— Hannah Dailey, Billboard, 25 Sep. 2026
Ryan Watson picked up his fourth save of the year with a hitless ninth after Sammy Peralta worked three scoreless innings of relief.

— Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 25 Sep. 2026

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