handpicked
word · lemma: handpick
Definition
Chosen very carefully and individually, often by a person, not by machine or at random. It suggests that something is selected for its quality or suitability.
Usage & Nuances
Usually formal or neutral. Common with 'handpicked team', 'handpicked selection', 'handpicked ingredients'. Implies care, exclusivity, or expertise. Not interchangeable with just 'selected' or 'chosen', which don't emphasize the personal or careful aspect.
Example Sentences
She brought a basket of handpicked apples from the farm.
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The manager chose a handpicked group to work on the project.
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These flowers are handpicked from my garden.
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They only serve dishes made with handpicked ingredients.
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Our new coach is a handpicked choice by the club president.
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You can trust her advice; she uses only handpicked sources.
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