Phrasal Verb - Picking at

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Definition

To pick at someone or something means to touch or manipulate them lightly and frequently, often in a irritating or annoying way, especially because one is interfering, prodding, or teasing.

Examples

No.	Example
1	The nosy neighbors kept picking at the newlyweds, asking intrusive questions.
2	Stop picking at your scab; it will take longer to heal if you keep disturbing it.
3	Don't pick at your brother's scar; it's already infected.
4	The hikers had to pick at the thorny bushes to make their way through the forest.
5	The dog was picking at the bone, scattering bits of meat everywhere.
6	Their coworker would often pick at her nail, tapping it impatiently on the table.
7	Stay away from me, I'm trying to sleep; don't pick at me now!
8	Stop picking at the carpet; you'll wear it out completely.
9	I hate it when she picks at the piano keys, it's so loud.
10	Please don't pick at my threadbare socks; they can't get any worse.