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Definition of "cherry-pick" [cherry-pick]

  • To pick out the best, or most desirable items from a list or group, especially to obtain some advantage or to present something in the best possible light. (verb)

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Use "cherry-pick" in a sentence
  • "She had no time for ideology - left, right or whatever - and felt that many who invoke her name "cherry-pick ideas to suit their purposes.""
  • "They don't get to cherry-pick only the brightest or wealthiest students."
  • "Leaders of mental health departments prefer to cherry-pick the easiest to treat for their programs."