speculate
Example Sentences
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Some economists speculate that immigrants are rejoining the workforce, boosting the labor supply.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 6, 2026
Many speculate that in recent years he has become more paranoid, especially since Russia's full-scale invasion of Ukraine and the outbreak of the Covid pandemic.
From BBC • May 30, 2026
Local EV-maker VinFast has since seen a surge in sales, and some analysts speculate the ban may have been designed partly to help it.
From Barron's • May 19, 2026
While the artists cited various reasons for their shifting plans, like the desire to spend time with family or finish an album, some speculate that the changes were a response to low demand for tickets.
From MarketWatch • May 14, 2026
It's almost a relief, to have someone else speculate over the things I think privately.
From "Girl in the Blue Coat" by Monica Hesse
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