Meaning of the word "cherry pick" in English

What does "cherry pick" mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

cherry pick

US /ˈtʃɛr.i pɪk/
UK /ˈtʃɛr.i pɪk/

Verb

to select only the best or most favorable items from a group, often ignoring less desirable ones

Example:
The company was accused of trying to cherry-pick the most profitable clients.
You can't just cherry-pick the data that supports your argument.