unwarranted pick
[/ʌnˈwɔrəntɪd pɪk/]
noun phrasepl: unwarranted picks
escolha injustificada
1. A selection or choice made without sufficient justification, basis, or reasonable cause; an arbitrary or unjustified decision
The coach's unwarranted pick of a bench player as starter surprised the entire team.
A escolha injustificada do técnico de um jogador suplente como titular surpreendeu todo o time.
2. In sports, selecting a player or strategy without merit or established reasoning
The quarterback's unwarranted pick in the end zone resulted in an interception.
O lançamento injustificado do quarterback na zona de touchdown resultou em uma interceptação.
3. A decision deemed unfair or lacking proper evidence or grounds
The hiring manager's unwarranted pick of the less qualified candidate drew criticism.
A escolha injustificada do gerente de recursos humanos do candidato menos qualificado atraiu críticas.
This phrase is commonly used in sports commentary and organizational contexts in both American and Brazilian English. In the USA, it frequently appears in sports journalism when discussing questionable draft picks or game decisions. In Brazil, it's used similarly in futebol commentary and corporate decision-making contexts.
NYC Slang
trash pick / weak choice
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