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pick thoughtfully

[/pɪk ˈθɔːtfəli/]
verb phrase
escolher cuidadosamente
1. to select or choose something with careful consideration and deliberation
She picked thoughtfully through the options before making her decision.
Ela escolheu cuidadosamente entre as opções antes de tomar sua decisão.
2. to select something by examining it carefully and with attention to detail
He picked thoughtfully at the items on the shelf, considering each one.
Ele escolheu cuidadosamente os itens da prateleira, considerando cada um.
Synonyms
choose carefullyselect deliberatelypick judiciouslychoose with care
Antonyms
pick hastilychoose carelesslyselect randomlypick without thought

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
escolher cuidadosamente
standard usage across Brazil
São Paulo
escolher com cuidado
common alternative phrasing
Portugal
escolher ponderadamente
more formal, emphasizing reflection

Related Idioms & Phrases

pick and choose
think before you choose
weigh your options
give something careful thought
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