Pick of the litter Meaning in English
expression
التعريف
The best or most desirable person or thing among a group of similar items or people, originally referring to choosing the best puppy from a litter.
الاستخدام والفروق الدقيقة
Informal and often positive; used for people, products, or opportunities. Originated with animal breeding, but now applies widely: 'She was the pick of the litter at the audition.' Not used for literal trash management; always means the best of a group.
جمل نموذجية
He got the pick of the litter when choosing his new puppy.
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That red dress is the pick of the litter in the store.
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Sarah was the pick of the litter for the team leader job.
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Everyone wanted the pick of the litter, but only one person got it.
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This scholarship is really the pick of the litter among all the offers I received.
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Out of all the apartments we visited, that downtown loft was the pick of the litter.
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