pluck
verb (used with object)
to pull off or out from the place of growth, as fruit, flowers, feathers, etc..
have plucked
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present perfectof pluck.present perfect
Used to describe actions that started in the past and continue into or have direct relevance to the present.
Example Sentences
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In the past, studios have plucked influencers from their online niche and slotted them into whatever mainstream production needed a face.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 8, 2026
Without prior knowledge, how could anyone have plucked those almost nonsensical postings out of the online torrent?
From Seattle Times ● Feb. 19, 2022
Each month, she sees around 100 women who have plucked up the courage to take this first step.
From BBC ● Aug. 13, 2018
Still, to all but the most clued-in insiders, the first lady appeared to have plucked him from obscurity.
From New York Times ● Jan. 25, 2017
She must have plucked it from the plant in the alley.
From "Milkweed" by Jerry Spinelli
