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to pick out
[phrase form: pick]
01
choisir
to choose among a group of people or things
Transitive: to pick out sb/sth
Exemples
She picked the best candidates out for the interview from the long list.
Elle a sélectionné les meilleurs candidats pour l'entretien parmi la longue liste.
02
repérer, distinguer
to identify someone or something in a group, often because of their unique features
Transitive: to pick out a sensory stimulant
Exemples
With his sharp eyes, he can pick out distant ships on the horizon.
Avec ses yeux perçants, il peut repérer des navires lointains à l'horizon.
03
distinguer, discerner
to see in an unclear and blurry manner, often due to low light, distance, etc.
Transitive: to pick out a shape
Exemples
From a distance, it was hard to pick out the details of the distant mountain range.
De loin, il était difficile de distinguer les détails de la chaîne de montagnes lointaine.
04
mettre en évidence, faire ressortir
to make something noticeable, usually by using different colors, designs, material, etc.
Transitive: to pick out sth
Exemples
The carvings on the wooden door were picked out in white.
Les sculptures sur la porte en bois étaient mises en valeur en blanc.
05
déchiffrer, jouer à l'oreille
to play a piece of music by ear, without the use of sheet music
Transitive: to pick out a musical piece
Exemples
After a few tries, he managed to pick the melody out on his guitar.
Après quelques essais, il a réussi à reproduire la mélodie à la guitare.
