choppy
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Without the star point guard, the Lakers could confidently turn to James to steer them through choppy waters.
From Los Angeles Times • May 2, 2026
Active customers increase 1.4% to 21.4 million, with the CEO noting market outperformance in a choppy category.
From Barron's • Apr. 30, 2026
Oil futures were choppy while Asian indexes got a short-lived chip-driven boost, as Middle East tensions simmer and investors await further news on potential U.S.-Iran talks.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 23, 2026
These are uncertain times —and when the market is so choppy, stocks that pay out solid dividends become a lot more attractive for investors.
From Barron's • Apr. 21, 2026
But in the chaos, he lost his hold, and I turned around to see him thrashing alone in the choppy waves churned up by the boat’s motor.
From "Flying Through Water" by Mamle Wolo
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