Example Sentences
Examples are automatically compiled from online sources to
show current usage.
Read More
Opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors.
Send us feedback.
Recent Examples of picks off
Riq Woolen picks off Jalen Hurts about 15 yards up the right sideline, jumps in front of Dallas Goedert.
—
Zach Berman,
New York Times,
11 June 2026
George Rose / Getty Images Over the course of his NFL playing days, Jim had 19 interceptions, including picks off the likes of legendary quarterbacks like Len Dawson, Archie Manning and Joe Namath.
—
Dean Fioresi,
CBS News,
17 Feb. 2026
Zach Berman,
New York Times,
11 June 2026
George Rose / Getty Images Over the course of his NFL playing days, Jim had 19 interceptions, including picks off the likes of legendary quarterbacks like Len Dawson, Archie Manning and Joe Namath.
—
Dean Fioresi,
CBS News,
17 Feb. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for picks off
Verb
-
Russia intercepts most Ukrainian long-range drones but some have evaded Russian air defenses.
-
However, Azula intercepts the group and duels Aang and Katara with Zuko, who nearly had a change of heart after opening up to Katara.
Verb
-
What actually cuts through and grabs attention nowadays is humanity, clarity and credibility in messaging.
-
When Martinez throws something back, the woman rushes toward her, throws her to the ground, grabs her by the hair and repeatedly attacks her as bystanders try to step in and help.
Verb
-
The Earth’s atmosphere blocks most of the Sun’s radiation.
-
This could be an indication that the P-trap under the sink has dried out, which means water no longer blocks unpleasant smells from rising.
Cite this Entry
“Picks off.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/picks%20off. Accessed 3 Jul. 2026.
Copy CitationLove words? Need even more definitions?
Merriam-Webster unabridged
