Pick at
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British pronunciation/pˈɪk at/
American pronunciation/pˈɪk æt/

Definição e Significado de "pick at"

to pick at
[phrase form: pick]
01

criticar, reclamar de

to frequently criticize someone about small issues
to pick at definition and meaning
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Critics always seem to pick at her performances no matter how well she does.
He has a tendency to pick at small mistakes in other people's work.
Instead of appreciating her efforts, he constantly picked at the details.
02

picar, mexer em

to touch or tug on something repeatedly
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It 's not good to pick at scabs; it might lead to scars.
Children often pick at stickers until they peel them off entirely.
She nervously picked at the loose thread on her shirt during the interview.
03

beliscar, fazer apenas uma refeição ligeira

to eat only a small amount of food
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She just picked at her food during dinner, claiming she was n't hungry.
If you keep picking at your meals, you wo n't get enough nutrients.
Despite ordering a large plate, he only picked at it and barely ate anything.
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