speculation
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SoftBank shares have declined by more than a fifth in the last five trading sessions as speculation about its difficulty in raising a loan coincides with some stuttering in the overall narrative forAI-related technology stocks.
From MarketWatch • Jun. 10, 2026
The press is full of uninformed speculation about bruises on his hands and puffy ankles.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 9, 2026
“Until we land on an agreement, speculation regarding the resolution of any specific differences between the Governor’s budget plan or the Legislature’s respective budget proposals would be premature,” he stated by email.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 9, 2026
The search for the next 007 officially began last month, after years of anticipation and speculation about who will take over from Daniel Craig.
From BBC • Jun. 8, 2026
After hours of speculation, the story finally began to coalesce.
From "The Name of the Wind" by Patrick Rothfuss
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