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choppy

[chop-ee] / ˈtʃɒp i /
ADJECTIVE
wavy
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Treasury yields ticked higher in choppy trading after consumer price data for March met expectations and as investors focused on negotiations to end the Iran conflict.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 10, 2026

After an opening salvo of rap-centric tracks, Swim was moody and sultry, with flowing choreography that underscored its message of persevering in choppy waters.

From BBC • Apr. 9, 2026

He said he thinks things could get especially choppy once lockups expire, meaning company insiders and early investors are able to sell their shares after an initial restricted period.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 8, 2026

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

She was sobbing and panting, short and choppy, dabbing at her pouring eyes and nose with the napkin.

From "All American Boys" by Jason Reynolds




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