pick out

verb

1. to select for use or special consideration, illustration, etc, as from a group
2. to distinguish (an object from its surroundings), as in painting

   she picked out the woodwork in white

3. to perceive or recognize (a person or thing previously obscured)

   we picked out his face among the crowd

4. to distinguish (sense or meaning) from or as if from a mass of detail or complication
5. to play (a tune) tentatively, by or as if by ear

Example Sentences

Reflecting on its legacy, Springsteen told CBS Sunday Morning last year, "If I had to pick out one album and say, ‘This is going to represent you 50 years from now,’ I’d pick 'Nebraska.'"

From Salon

McConkey, a second-round draft pick out of Georgia, is leading the Chargers with 265 yards receiving on 24 catches with two touchdowns.

From Los Angeles Times

She said Trump approached and asked her to help him pick out a gift in the lingerie department.

From Los Angeles Times

Chicago recovered a Jacksonville fumble on the first play of the second half, giving Williams the opportunity to pick out Allen for a nine-yard touchdown.

From BBC

I love sitting in a car listening to music, having to pee so bad, then you finally stop and you get to pick out some cool snacks.

From Los Angeles Times

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