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picks

n. countable
B1 Intermediate US //ˈpɪks// UK //pˈɪks// picks

n. the things or people that someone chooses from a group. It can also refer to the tools used to play a guitar or break hard ground.

n. the selections or choices made from a larger set of options. Often used to refer to curated recommendations or, in a physical sense, tools for striking or plucking.


SIMPLE

These are my top picks for the best movies this year.

CONTEXTUAL

The editor shared her weekly picks for the most interesting articles published in the magazine.

COMPLEX

While the critic's picks usually align with popular taste, this season's selections focus on experimental films that challenge traditional narrative structures.

Synonyms
Usage

Plural form of 'pick'; when referring to choices, it is almost always used in the plural.

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