pick on
verb
picked on; picking on; picks on
: to single out for criticism, teasing, or bullying
picked on smaller boys
also
: to single out for a particular purpose or for special attention
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The special repeatedly cuts to reaction shots of one particular front-row roastee who is quietly having a bad time because Hinchcliffe keeps picking on him.
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Hershal Pandya, Vulture, 12 June 2026
Turndown service includes spraying one of four Cire Trudon scents, which guests pick on check-in.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 10 June 2026
As France prepare for the World Cup, he is now considered an automatic pick on the right, despite stiff competition for places.
—New York Times, 10 June 2026
This week, the picks on our radar include the new Parker Thatch x Big Night colorful tote, a summery take on Chaco's famous sandals featuring picnic-ready gingham prints, new sunglasses from ultra-chic Parisian brand Jimmy Fairly and the impossibly cool jewelry line from designer Shannon Bond.
—Kelsey Legg, ABC News, 9 June 2026
The 31-year-old McCarron played in 20 regular-season games for the Wild after he was acquired from the Nashville Predators for a 2028 second-round draft pick on March 3.
—CBS News, 9 June 2026
Until then, the two dwarf galaxy siblings will stick together, even if the big brother does continue to pick on the little one.
—Keith Cooper, Space.com, 7 June 2026
Baird reiterates Coinbase as neutral The firm added a bearish fresh pick on the stock.
—Michael Bloom, CNBC, 5 June 2026
After being picked on by a local bully and feeling neglected at home, 10-year-old Lucas takes out his frustration on an ant hill in his yard.
—Lauren Brown West-Rosenthal, Parents, 5 June 2026
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Hershal Pandya, Vulture, 12 June 2026
Turndown service includes spraying one of four Cire Trudon scents, which guests pick on check-in.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 10 June 2026
As France prepare for the World Cup, he is now considered an automatic pick on the right, despite stiff competition for places.
—New York Times, 10 June 2026
This week, the picks on our radar include the new Parker Thatch x Big Night colorful tote, a summery take on Chaco's famous sandals featuring picnic-ready gingham prints, new sunglasses from ultra-chic Parisian brand Jimmy Fairly and the impossibly cool jewelry line from designer Shannon Bond.
—Kelsey Legg, ABC News, 9 June 2026
The 31-year-old McCarron played in 20 regular-season games for the Wild after he was acquired from the Nashville Predators for a 2028 second-round draft pick on March 3.
—CBS News, 9 June 2026
Until then, the two dwarf galaxy siblings will stick together, even if the big brother does continue to pick on the little one.
—Keith Cooper, Space.com, 7 June 2026
Baird reiterates Coinbase as neutral The firm added a bearish fresh pick on the stock.
—Michael Bloom, CNBC, 5 June 2026
After being picked on by a local bully and feeling neglected at home, 10-year-old Lucas takes out his frustration on an ant hill in his yard.
—Lauren Brown West-Rosenthal, Parents, 5 June 2026
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“Pick on.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/pick%20on. Accessed 16 Jun. 2026.
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