Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

ripe-for-picking-plucking

idiomatic expression

/raɪp fɔːr ˈpɪkɪŋ ˈplʌkɪŋ/

Definition

Ready to be harvested or chosen; often used metaphorically to describe a situation or opportunity that is favorable for action.

Examples

The apples in the orchard are ripe for picking this season.
With so many job openings, it feels like the market is ripe for plucking qualified candidates.
This investment opportunity is ripe for the picking, given the current market trends.

Meaning

The phrase suggests that something is at an ideal stage for selection or use. It can refer to literal fruits or vegetables that are mature and ready to be picked, or to figurative contexts where opportunities are abundant and easily attainable.