1
as in to master
to acquire complete knowledge, understanding, or skill in
he has a knack for picking up a language in a few weeks
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2
as in to collect
to bring together in one body or place
pick up all of your things because we have to be off this beach before dark
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3
as in to buy
to get possession of (something) by giving money in exchange for
could you pick up some milk at the store?
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as in to gain
to gradually increase in
the boat was just picking up speed when it was rammed by another boat
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as in to lift
to move from a lower to a higher place or position
pick up your feet while I vacuum in front of the sofa
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as in to arrest
to take or keep under one's control by authority of law
police picked up the fugitive when she went out to buy food
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as in to clean house
to make a place neat and orderly by removing extraneous stuff
I thought you said you had picked up, so why are these things still lying around the rec room?
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as in to resume
to begin again or return to after an interruption
after the protestors were removed from the auditorium, the speaker picked up his lecture right where he had left off
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as in to trim
to make neat
the boy's bedroom looked like it hadn't been picked up in quite a while
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Recent Examples of pickup
Gabrielle Starr, Boston Herald, 8 July 2025
The lineup has helped pick up the slack, with Juan Soto turning himself into a genuine All-Star snub since the start of June and Brandon Nimmo, who hit two grand slams last week, now on pace for more than 30 homers.
—The Athletic Mlb Staff, New York Times, 8 July 2025
However, Monday’s losses picked up steam after President Donald Trump said on Truth Social that the U.S. will impose 25% tariffs on imports from Japan and South Korea, starting Aug. 1.
—Jeff Marks,morgan Chittum, CNBC, 7 July 2025
Invite a stranger to their home to pick up an item sold on Facebook Marketplace or Craigslist.
—Lucy Notarantonio, MSNBC Newsweek, 7 July 2025
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Starter Richard Fitts picked up his first big-league win.
—Gabrielle Starr, Boston Herald, 8 July 2025
The lineup has helped pick up the slack, with Juan Soto turning himself into a genuine All-Star snub since the start of June and Brandon Nimmo, who hit two grand slams last week, now on pace for more than 30 homers.
—The Athletic Mlb Staff, New York Times, 8 July 2025
However, Monday’s losses picked up steam after President Donald Trump said on Truth Social that the U.S. will impose 25% tariffs on imports from Japan and South Korea, starting Aug. 1.
—Jeff Marks,morgan Chittum, CNBC, 7 July 2025
Invite a stranger to their home to pick up an item sold on Facebook Marketplace or Craigslist.
—Lucy Notarantonio, MSNBC Newsweek, 7 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for pickup
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Rather than trying to master multiple AI platforms, teachers can start with one tool and thoroughly explore its capabilities.—
Sarah Hernholm,
Forbes.com,
8 July 2025
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After a spa treatment or a dip in the ocean, guests can learn how to string fragrant plumeria leis or master the art of hula in open-air pavilions.—
John Wogan,
Travel + Leisure,
8 July 2025
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In both cases, the outfit collects its second top 10 hit.—
Hugh McIntyre,
Forbes.com,
8 July 2025
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Gifting pieces from her collection to museums and cultural institutions has become paramount to Goff, whose shopping turned into collecting, then preservation.—
Andrea Bossi,
Essence,
8 July 2025
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First-timers can rent shoes or buy gear at Water Stone Outdoors in Fayetteville and book half- or full-day private climbing trips with New River Mountain Guides.—
AFAR Media,
AFAR Media,
14 July 2025
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Does Myers have the savings to buy a new mobile home?—
Bayliss Wagner,
Austin American Statesman,
14 July 2025
Verb
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Cybercriminals often exploit outdated software to gain access.—
Kurt Knutsson,
FOXNews.com,
5 July 2025
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The July 1 report suggests that while most Americans will see tax savings in the short term, high-income households stand to gain the most.—
Laura Daniella Sepulveda,
AZCentral.com,
5 July 2025
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The Supreme Court on Tuesday lifted a federal judge's order pausing the Trump administration's large-scale staffing cuts and agency restructuring.—
Rebecca Morin,
USA Today,
10 July 2025
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Superman’s first big boost came Tuesday when the film’s review embargo lifted.—
Tim Lammers,
Forbes.com,
10 July 2025
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During the operation, agents arrested approximately 200 people suspected of being in the country illegally and identified at least 10 immigrant children on the sites.—
Adeola Adeosun,
MSNBC Newsweek,
13 July 2025
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Soon, he was arrested on suspicion of felony resisting arrest.—
Jeff McDonald,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
12 July 2025
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Since the ruling, the Trump administration has resumed controversial removals.—
Antonio Maria Delgado
July 14,
Miami Herald,
14 July 2025
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At the time of this writing, visa interviews have resumed, and, from our observations, most existing appointments are proceeding as scheduled unless explicitly canceled.—
Hanmei Wu,
Forbes.com,
14 July 2025
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Some might have trimmed guest lists — not for space, but to cut the grocery bill.—
Orlando Sentinel,
The Orlando Sentinel,
5 July 2025
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This is their last hurdle and also, potentially, their tallest: The version the Senate passed Tuesday irked both conservatives and moderates by trimming less in spending and more from Medicaid, respectively.—
Eleanor Mueller,
semafor.com,
2 July 2025
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“Pickup.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/pickup. Accessed 19 Jul. 2025.
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