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speculation

[spek-yuh-ley-shuhn] / ˌspɛk yəˈleɪ ʃən /




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There's been some relief in the rupee's slide after the central bank intervened to curb speculation, but that is likely to be temporary.

From BBC • Apr. 6, 2026

The good feelings have set off a boomlet of speculation that Rubio might mount another bid for president in 2028.

From Slate • Apr. 6, 2026

After hours of speculation, Trump posted the news shortly after midnight.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 5, 2026

After about a month of speculation, the pair said they “wanted to provide some clarity” on their relationship.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 3, 2026

“Your husband was trying to help,” the tall one said, but of course it was all speculation.

From "Nine, Ten: A September 11 Story" by Nora Raleigh Baskin