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to pick at
[phrase form: pick]
01
挑剔, 指责
to frequently criticize someone about small issues
Example
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
轻轻摸索, 反复抓弄
to touch or tug on something repeatedly
Example
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
挑食, 少量吃
to eat only a small amount of food
Example
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.
