nit-picky
Britishadjective
Example Sentences
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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
“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
So after sending in her review, she emailed him to congratulate him and tell him that her review was nit-picky but positive.
From Science Magazine
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