pick over

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pick over(
pihk
 
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vuhr
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A transitive verb phrase is a phrase that combines a verb with a preposition or other particle and requires a direct object (e.g., take out the trash.).
transitive verb phrase
a. examinar
Lila was picking over some antique lamps in the shop.Lila examinaba unas antiguas lámparas en la tienda.
2. (to scrutinize)
Regionalism used in the United Kingdom
(United Kingdom)
a. analizar
We haven't time to pick over every word of the article; we have a schedule to follow.No tenemos tiempo para analizar cada palabra del artículo; tenemos un horario que seguir.
b. examinar
The press has been picking over every aspect of the actress's personal life.La prensa ha estado examinando cada aspecto de la vida persona de la actriz.
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