picking

American  

[pik-ing] / ˈpɪk ɪŋ /

noun

1. the act of a person or thing that picks.

2. something that is or may be picked or picked up.

3. the amount picked.

4. pickings,

   1. scraps or gleanings.

      the pickings of a feast.

   2. profits or gains; spoils.

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Etymology

Origin of picking

before 900; Middle English; Old English picung (once) a mark made by picking; pick ¹, -ing ¹

Example Sentences

She added that while price pressures are picking up, the recovery in economic momentum since late last year has yet to be derailed.

From The Wall Street Journal

While fans only caught a quick glimpse of Carla — who is said to be picking up extra shifts elsewhere — her name lingers in the script.

From Los Angeles Times

Kane missed the game against Japan after picking up a knock in training and England, who lacked ideas in attack, do not have a candidate who is ready to be his back-up.

From BBC

When Robyn issues a new song or album, it feels like picking up the telephone and hearing the voice of an old friend.

From The Wall Street Journal

She was called up to England Under-23s for the first time in November, having previously played for the younger age groups, picking up 44 youth team caps.

From BBC

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