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to pick at
[phrase form: pick]
01
to frequently criticize someone about small issues
Examples
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.
02
to touch or tug on something repeatedly
Examples
It 's not good to pick at scabs; it might lead to scars.
Children often pick at stickers until they peel them off entirely.
03
to eat only a small amount of food
Examples
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.
