Meaning of the word nitpicking in English

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nitpicking

US /ˈnɪtˌpɪk.ɪŋ/
UK /ˈnɪtˌpɪk.ɪŋ/

Noun

the act of finding small, unimportant faults, especially in a way that is annoying

Example:
His constant nitpicking about grammar errors was frustrating.
Let's avoid nitpicking and focus on the main issues.

Adjective

tending to find small, unimportant faults

Example:
He's always so nitpicking about my work.
Don't be so nitpicking; it's just a minor detail.
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