choppy

Example Sentences

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Smith said the filly “broke really well but she must have hit herself leaving the gate. She was real choppy and didn’t feel comfortable.”

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 4, 2026

It's a theme that recurs on subsequent tracks - perhaps suggesting that BTS were wary about dipping their toes back into the choppy waters of fame.

From BBC • Mar. 20, 2026

Lately, the index has been choppy, while making little to no forward progress.

From MarketWatch • Mar. 4, 2026

The group had a messy 2025: revenue rose as the chains continued to expand, but traffic softened, same-store sales became choppy as consumers dined out less.

From Barron's • Feb. 25, 2026

“Tell me”—I’m still unsure what to say—“tell me about me, when little girl,” I finally finish in choppy Quichua, pointing to myself, then gesturing with my hand to the height of a young child.

From "The Queen of Water" by Laura Resau