picks, picked, picking
to pick out
phrasal verb
Identify or recognize someone or something
- 1He can pick out his friend's voice in a crowd.
- 2The teacher picked out the student who was talking.
When you look at a group of things or people and you find the one you want or the one you are looking for, you are doing this action. For example, in a box of apples, you find the red one you like.
At the eye doctor, you might be asked to pick out letters from a chart to check your vision.
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in a school setting
Recognizing the Right Book
Emily
I was able to pick out the book you recommended from the shelf.
Stephanie
That's great! It's the one with the blue cover, right?
Emily
Yes, exactly! It stood out among the others.
Stephanie
I'm glad you found it. It's a fantastic read!
at a store with pets
Choosing the Perfect Pet
Sharon
Wow, there are so many adorable puppies here!
Kenneth
I know, it's hard to pick out the cutest one.
Sharon
I think the one with the floppy ears stands out the most.
Kenneth
Yes, that one is definitely my favorite too.
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Similar to "to pick out":
- 1identify
- 2recognize
to pick out meanings: