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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More key members of the team tasked with bringing the East Bank development to life have been selected, and a construction timeline is emerging.—
Molly Davis,
The Tennessean,
25 July 2025
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But Hartzell, who preceded Davis, was selected without a search committee as a sole finalist during the COVID-19 pandemic after several months leading as interim, just like Davis.—
Lily Kepner,
Austin American Statesman,
25 July 2025
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Southwest passengers now have to choose between four different price tiers of tickets when booking a flight: Basic, Choice, Choice Preferred, Choice Extra.—
Maia Pandey,
jsonline.com,
23 July 2025
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Parents absolutely have the right to choose religious education for their children.—
Adina Mermelstein Konikoff,
New York Daily News,
22 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 30 Jul. 2025.
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