1
as in choosey
hard to please
a picky cat who would only eat one particular kind of food, and only if it was served in his special dish
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as in selective
tending to select carefully
she's picky, but she always finds the best quality in fresh meat and fish
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Recent Examples of picky
Walsh’s shot deflected in off an SI defender, but at that point in the game, Mitty wasn’t picky.
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Christian Babcock, The Mercury News, 26 Feb. 2025
Dining and Culinary Experiences Everyone knows kids can be picky eaters, so Palmar Beach Resort offers a range of dining options as part of its Gourmet Culinary All-Inclusive Plan.
—Judy Koutsky, Forbes, 28 Feb. 2025
The obvious concern is that such a move could result in a loss of business, as there are always plenty of young publicists who are struggling to build their brands and eager to add a famous name to their client list without being too picky about contract terms.
—James Hibberd, The Hollywood Reporter, 21 Feb. 2025
Get The Recipe Cheesy Broccoli-And-Rice Casserole Parents have long used this beloved casserole as a vehicle for sneaking some veggies into picky kids' diets.
—Tara Massouleh McCay, Southern Living, 19 Feb. 2025
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Christian Babcock, The Mercury News, 26 Feb. 2025
Dining and Culinary Experiences Everyone knows kids can be picky eaters, so Palmar Beach Resort offers a range of dining options as part of its Gourmet Culinary All-Inclusive Plan.
—Judy Koutsky, Forbes, 28 Feb. 2025
The obvious concern is that such a move could result in a loss of business, as there are always plenty of young publicists who are struggling to build their brands and eager to add a famous name to their client list without being too picky about contract terms.
—James Hibberd, The Hollywood Reporter, 21 Feb. 2025
Get The Recipe Cheesy Broccoli-And-Rice Casserole Parents have long used this beloved casserole as a vehicle for sneaking some veggies into picky kids' diets.
—Tara Massouleh McCay, Southern Living, 19 Feb. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for picky
Adjective
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At Westfields Sports High School, a selective school renowned for its athletic programs, Kennedy started to turn heads.—
Asli Pelit,
New York Times,
12 Apr. 2025
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Its path from European favorite to Argentine flagship was shaped by chance, disaster and the selective forces of climate and soil.—
Rachel King,
Forbes.com,
12 Apr. 2025
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While tariffs may lead to consumers being more choosy, Link said the overall macroeconomic picture still looks positive, bolstered by lower interest rates, a steady job market and strong consumer savings.—
Lisa Kailai Han,
CNBC,
4 Mar. 2025
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And by that time in her career, Salonga could be choosy.—
Robert Ito,
New York Times,
16 Feb. 2025
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But our biggest gripe with the classic Cuisinart design is how finicky these elements can be.—
Wilder Davies,
Bon Appétit,
21 Mar. 2025
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The conditions that can foster a super bloom are finicky and delicate.—
Mae Hamilton,
AFAR Media,
20 Mar. 2025
Adjective
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Be careful not to let in too much moisture to avoid any mildew or mold developing on your mattress.—
Terry Baddoo,
USA Today,
19 Apr. 2025
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And Martin says the uncertainty about insurance rates is yet another good reason to be careful on the road.—
Camila Domonoske,
NPR,
18 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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There’s a place downtown called Soul Classics that’s really nice, like street-wear stuff.—
Aaron Portzline,
New York Times,
13 Apr. 2025
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After spending the last two seasons together at the University of Minnesota, it’s been nice having each other to lean on — and to geek out with.—
Mark Lazerus,
New York Times,
13 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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This is a modern American restaurant with playful seasonal tasting menus that start at $135, a good value for those who want a fine-dining experience that isn’t overly fussy on the Strip.—
Andy Wang,
Forbes.com,
28 Mar. 2025
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Although anyone can injure a baby in a moment of frustration, most prevention research has focused specifically on helping parents understand why infants cry or become fussy.—
Lori Frasier,
The Conversation,
19 Mar. 2025
Adjective
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Jonathan Pryce plays the persnickety headmaster who prefers to keep politics outside the school walls.—
Joe Reid,
Vulture,
12 Sep. 2024
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Kurkdjian’s policies as head of the department reflect both a persnickety attention to detail and an obsession with creative autonomy.—
Rachel Syme,
The New Yorker,
16 Sep. 2024
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Javadi, in particular, seems unsure whether this experience has discouraged her from pursuing a career in emergency medicine.—
Ryan Schwartz,
TVLine,
10 Apr. 2025
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Black women in particular have been using tools like flexi rods for generations.—
Bella Cacciatore,
Glamour,
10 Apr. 2025
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“Picky.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/picky. Accessed 23 Apr. 2025.
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