pick up the pieces

captain's pick

A decision made by a leader without consulting others.

cut to pieces

To utterly defeat or overwhelm.

have a bone to pick

To have a complaint or grievance (with somebody); to have a contentious issue to discuss.

pick apart

To review or analyse in great detail

pick at

To touch, grab, handle, or pull tentatively or gingerly, using a utensil or one's fingers.

pick corners

To choose a preference (as in predicting which boxer will win a match).

pick holes

To find weaknesses, errors or imperfections (in).

pick of the litter

The best person or item in a group; the best that one has to offer.