speculation
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T-Mobile told Barron’s in an email following the report that “as per our usual practice, T-Mobile and DT do not comment on speculation regarding our corporate activity, nor are there specifics to share.”
From Barron's • Apr. 28, 2026
The unusual appearance sparked widespread curiosity and speculation.
From Science Daily • Apr. 27, 2026
Private investigator Thomas McNally is working to dispel online speculation linking Melissa Casias’s disappearance to the scientists.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 25, 2026
In years gone by she says "a small community of fans would go and hang outside individuals' houses or places they frequented" but now, speculation about stars' whereabouts "is blasted to everybody".
From BBC • Apr. 25, 2026
“Now, this is all speculation and educated guesses, but it is safe to say that Colonel Chamberlain, from his one decision to charge instead of retreat, changed the course of history.”
From "Glitch" by Laura Martin
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