What does "Pick a fight" mean?
deliberately start an argument
"Pick a fight" in a sentence
Real example sentences from TV shows and movies.
It means that I think you picked a fight with Kevin because you didn't want to think about why you had that dream.
— Suits S6E6
Same reason I wouldn't use a Ouija board, or pick a fight with an Asian guy.
— The Big Bang Theory S8E16
Look, you're not going to be picking a fight, Dad.
— Back to the Future
Then you come in a minute later with your badge out, pick a fight with me, and punch me in the face.
— Brooklyn Nine-Nine S2E1
Any chance you are trying to pick a fight to make all this easier?
— Friends S9E3
DO NOT PICK A FIGHT WITH ME, DAD.
— Gilmore Girls S2E12
I picked a fight with a barista.
— Gossip Girl S4E19
first,I pick a fight with my husband,you know, blame him for not settling the baby down, then I bitch about the neighbors' loud music.
— Grey's Anatomy S3E5
"Pick a fight" in TV shows & movies
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