speculation
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“Spider-Man” actor Holland, meanwhile, brushed off the speculation last year, saying “We’ll get there one day.”
From Los Angeles Times • May 15, 2026
There has been no hint of leadership speculation surrounding Badenoch, who has insisted her party is "coming back".
From BBC • May 15, 2026
There is also some managerial uncertainty at City, with speculation rife that boss Pep Guardiola could decide to step down this summer.
From BBC • May 14, 2026
“Technology stocks provided market leadership; valuations were elevated; there were segments of market speculation; and technology advances were life changing.”
From Barron's • May 14, 2026
Like most technicians, he had a terror and a contempt for speculation.
From "East of Eden" by John Steinbeck
Vocabulary lists containing speculation
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American History II
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