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to pick off
[phrase form: pick]
01
to quickly and sharply remove something
Example
I picked off the unwanted leaves from the plant.
She picked off the price tag from her new dress.
The child was seen picking off petals from the flower.
02
to target and shoot individuals one after another
Example
From his hiding spot, he could easily pick off any trespassers one after another.
The sniper was positioned to pick off enemy soldiers from a distance.
In the video game, players often try to pick off opponents one by one.
03
to deal with challenges, tasks, or opponents one by one
Example
The company picked off its competition through a series of smart acquisitions.
The team strategically picked off their opponents one by one during the tournament.
As the deadline approached, she began to pick off tasks from her to-do list.
Example
I picked off the unwanted leaves from the plant.
She picked off the price tag from her new dress.
The child was seen picking off petals from the flower.
Make sure you pick off any damaged fruit from the tree.
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