nit-picky
Britishadjective
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She described the frustrations — head-scratching regulations, nit-picky bureaucrats — she’s dealt with while running her auto shop.
From Los Angeles Times
The American Civil Liberties Union says it empowers “racist” local cops who use nit-picky infractions to flag and start the deportation of illegal immigrants.
From Washington Times
“I’m really nit-picky on myself and the offense,” Bryant said.
From Seattle Times
All things considered, Flory knows it is a nit-picky grievance.
From New York Times
It’s a little nit-picky given the weather conditions, but Mayfield missed some short throws.
From Seattle Times
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