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to pick apart
[phrase form: pick]
01
to break something down into its individual pieces
Example
The curious kids decided to pick apart the toy to see what was inside.
She decided to pick apart the old sewing machine to clean and oil its inner workings.
During the workshop, they learned how to pick apart a computer to replace faulty components.
02
to criticize something and mentioning all the flaws or negatives in a detailed and unkind way
Example
The manager decided to pick apart the proposal during the meeting, questioning each assumption.
It 's easy to pick apart someone else 's work without offering constructive feedback.
Instead of appreciating the effort, he chose to pick apart her project for minor errors.
03
to masterfully overcome someone or something
Example
With a deep understanding of the game, she easily picked apart her opponents on the chessboard.
The racing driver picked apart the circuit 's trickiest turns, achieving a record-breaking time.
The reigning champion picked apart every challenger that stepped into the ring.
Example
The curious kids decided to pick apart the toy to see what was inside.
She decided to pick apart the old sewing machine to clean and oil its inner workings.
During the workshop, they learned how to pick apart a computer to replace faulty components.
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