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The agency’s reports through March showed choppiness month over month, with a loss of 133,000 jobs in February between gains in January and March.—Dian Zhang, USA Today, 4 May 2026 And there are signs the choppiness may continue.—Itzel Franco, CNBC, 15 Mar. 2026 The slightly wet-look texture emphasizes the choppiness of the layers, giving it a modern feel, while the lash-grazing full fringe brings in a touch of retro balance.—Jacqueline Kilikita, Refinery29, 16 Dec. 2025 However, expect some choppiness when the air starts to clear.—Alicia Wallace, CNN Money, 14 Nov. 2025 See All Example Sentences for choppiness