pick holes in something

相关词: pick

成语

Definition

  1. To criticize something by finding small or unimportant faults; to nitpick.

    挑剔、找…的错误;批评。

    • He always likes to pick holes in my work, even the smallest details.

      他总喜欢挑我工作上的毛病,哪怕是最小的细节。

    • Instead of just picking holes in other people's plans, try offering some constructive suggestions.

      与其只是挑剔别人的计划,不如试着提供一些建设性的建议。

    • The report was very well-written, but someone still managed to pick holes in it.

      这份报告写得很好,但还是有人能挑出毛病来。