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Being in a clean and tidy state
“You can go to the party once your room is fully picked up.”
Having been gained or earned into one's possession
Perceived by one's senses
To have acquired something, usually over a period of time
To have had a vague awareness of
To have derived from
“She would pick up a new pair of Jimmy Choo shoes as part of their agreement.”
To have ascertained through analysis or investigation
To have triggered enthusiasm or eagerness
To have come into being as a result of something
Past tense for to lift or raise something by grasping it
“You'll need to pick up these bags and carry them into the guest's room.”
Past tense for to acquire knowledge, understanding, or skill in
“I managed to pick up some Spanish while traveling across South America.”
Past tense for to purchase something
“Could you pick up some eggs while you're at the supermarket?”
Past tense for to begin again or continue after a pause or interruption
“Now that we've all had a break, let's pick up where we left off.”
Past tense for to come or go someplace to provide transportation for someone or a group of people
“I need to pick up the kids from school this afternoon.”
Past tense for to arrest for a crime or misdemeanor
“Law enforcement would pick up the fugitive while he was in a grocery store.”
Past tense for to become better
“We expect sales to pick up during the summer months.”
Past tense for to increase in strength
“The winds are expected to pick up during the day.”
Past tense for to gather a (great) quantity of
“On the signal, pick up as many beans as you can in twenty seconds.”
Past tense for to make neat and orderly
“Tommy, it's time for you to pick up your bedroom again.”
Past tense for to attract or seduce someone
“He went to a few bars and clubs to try to find someone to pick up.”
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