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picking

noun

Synonyms and Antonyms of picking

the act or process of selecting

  • the picking of new recruits went on for three days
Synonyms of picking

choice, choosing, election, selecting, selection
Words Related to picking

option

appointment, assignment, designation, naming, nomination

decision

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