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
For small infestations, handpick larvae and smash them or drop into soapy water, says Khan.
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Arricca Elin Sansone, Southern Living, 10 Sep. 2025
Our team of savvy editors independently handpicks all recommendations.
—David Wysong, Cincinnati Enquirer, 5 Sep. 2025
Those looking for culinary adventure will love wandering through the orchards and gardens at The Chef's Table at Blue Duck Station, where chefs handpick ingredients.
—Jonathan Alder, Travel + Leisure, 18 Aug. 2025
Travelers handpick their preferences based on their interests.
—Rebecca Deurlein, Forbes.com, 6 Aug. 2025
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Arricca Elin Sansone, Southern Living, 10 Sep. 2025
Our team of savvy editors independently handpicks all recommendations.
—David Wysong, Cincinnati Enquirer, 5 Sep. 2025
Those looking for culinary adventure will love wandering through the orchards and gardens at The Chef's Table at Blue Duck Station, where chefs handpick ingredients.
—Jonathan Alder, Travel + Leisure, 18 Aug. 2025
Travelers handpick their preferences based on their interests.
—Rebecca Deurlein, Forbes.com, 6 Aug. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for handpick
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All products featured on Glamour are independently selected by our editors.—
Grace McCarty,
Glamour,
15 Sep. 2025
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On the app, riders can select from several destinations, such as Resorts World Las Vegas, AREA15, Topgolf, and other resort and entertainment properties.—
Prabhat Ranjan Mishra,
Interesting Engineering,
14 Sep. 2025
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Lauren chose a golden, super-cinched Schiaparelli gown, while Jeff wore a classic tuxedo.—
Anna Cafolla,
Vogue,
13 Sep. 2025
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This means regularly assessing your thinking skills, consciously choosing when to engage versus delegate mental tasks, and maintaining practices that keep your mind sharp.—
Cornelia C. Walther,
Forbes.com,
12 Sep. 2025
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Check out our top picks below with trendy and timeless looks starting at just $25.—
Caley Sturgill,
Southern Living,
18 Sep. 2025
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They were picked to finish 15th in the 17-team conference.—
Kirk Kenney,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
17 Sep. 2025
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“Handpick.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/handpick. Accessed 19 Sep. 2025.
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