picked
word · lemma: pick
Definition
'Picked' is the past tense of 'pick' and means to choose something from a group, to take or remove something (like fruit or flowers), or to lift up or collect.
Usage & Nuances
'Picked' is common in everyday and informal English. Can be used for 'picked a person', 'picked apples', 'picked up a pen'. Not to be confused with 'chosen' (which can sound more formal or final). In casual speech, 'picked up' also means to collect someone from a place ('picked up my friend').
Example Sentences
He picked me up from the airport last night.
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She picked a red apple from the tree.
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Tom picked his favorite book to read.
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I picked up the keys from the floor.
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We picked the restaurant because it was close to the office.
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Sarah picked some flowers for her friend.
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