speculation
Example Sentences
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A hype cycle with massive speculation is followed by a selloff as the hype fades and reality sets in.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 12, 2026
Invite-only warm-up gigs he played over the last couple of weeks in L.A. led to widespread speculation that at Coachella he might play only material from last year’s “Swag” and “Swag II” comeback albums.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 12, 2026
In recent years, crypto and software stocks have often moved in tandem, with both seen as risk-on assets that tend to benefit when investors are more willing to buy into growth and speculation.
From MarketWatch • Apr. 10, 2026
Trump met Kim three times in his first term and there has been speculation of a re-run when the US president makes his delayed upcoming visit to China.
From Barron's • Apr. 8, 2026
Both sat for a moment, lost in thought and speculation as to who the mole might be.
From "Moon Over Manifest" by Clare Vanderpool
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