Definitions

pick up

VERB

lift, raise

Synonyms

STRONGEST

gather take up

WEAK

elevate grasp hoist rear uphold uplift upraise uprear

Antonyms

WEAK

drop have lower release throw away

VERB

obtain, find

Synonyms

STRONGEST

acquire buy gain gather get have learn purchase score take

WEAK

annex chalk up come across compass cull extract garner get the hang of glean happen upon procure secure

Antonyms

STRONGEST

forfeit lose miss surrender yield

WEAK

release throw away

VERB

improve

Synonyms

STRONGEST

continue gain increase recover take up

WEAK

gain ground get better get well make a comeback mend perk up rally recommence renew reopen restart resume swell

Antonyms

WEAK

weaken worsen

VERB

call for socially

Synonyms

STRONGEST

collect get go for offer

WEAK

accompany drop in for give a lift go to get invite proposition stop for

VERB

arrest for crime

Synonyms

WEAK

apprehend book bust collar detain nab pinch pull in run-in take into custody

Antonyms

WEAK

free release

Example Sentences

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Honestly, I respect her autonomy in that regard, and I can pick up what she’s putting down . . . even a domesticated dog is cooler than a dragon.

From Salon • Jun. 25, 2026

But by inspiring a new generation to pick up a soccer ball, it can create a lasting effect on our nation’s sports culture.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 23, 2026

Essex has conviction that IBM’s software business will pick up speed in the second half of 2026.

From Barron's • Jun. 23, 2026

Shannon also started to take his van to England to pick up loads which hauliers are reluctant to deliver due to the paperwork now required.

From BBC • Jun. 23, 2026

He made plans to pick up additional provisions on their journey northward.

From "American Spirits" by Barb Rosenstock

pick up

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