Example Sentences
Recent Examples of Synonyms for picking out
Verb
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These are songs seeking soul, soul mate, maker, making out and mercy.—
Daniela Avila,
PEOPLE,
5 Nov. 2025 -
The two were speculated to be together when the two were making out on Perry’s yacht in August.—
Lea Veloso,
StyleCaster,
4 Nov. 2025
Verb
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Officers were reportedly reviewing security camera footage in the area in hopes of identifying a suspect.—
Washington Examiner Staff,
The Washington Examiner,
8 Jan. 2026
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Last April, the Wyn Beauty founder shared a sweet video on her Instagram with her daughter Adira, as the little one practiced identifying colors.—
Kayla Grant,
PEOPLE,
7 Jan. 2026
Verb
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But now the money saved for their golden years is being spent picking up out-of-pocket costs their insurance won’t cover.—
Briah Lumpkins,
Charlotte Observer,
12 Jan. 2026
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The carton will prevent the eggs from picking up odors or flavors from other foods, and prevent moisture loss.—
Katie Rosenhouse,
Southern Living,
11 Jan. 2026
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“Picking out.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/picking%20out. Accessed 13 Jan. 2026.
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