as in venture
a risky undertaking
the couple lost all their money in real estate speculations
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Recent Examples of speculation
Typically, the drama is limited, and speculation moves to which teams Mitty will face off against in the CIF NorCal bracket or the state championship.
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Christian Babcock, The Mercury News, 19 Feb. 2025
Whenever a new administration takes office—no matter the party—speculation about policy changes can stall decision-making.
—Rodolfo Delgado, Forbes, 19 Feb. 2025
Despite widespread speculation and legal battles, Christopher and Roberta Laundrie were never criminally charged in connection with Gabby Petito's murder.
—Matt Robison, Newsweek, 18 Feb. 2025
Given its high valuation, there continues to be speculation that Skims might seek an IPO this year after initially eyeing one last year.
—Jean E. Palmieri, WWD, 18 Feb. 2025
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Christian Babcock, The Mercury News, 19 Feb. 2025
Whenever a new administration takes office—no matter the party—speculation about policy changes can stall decision-making.
—Rodolfo Delgado, Forbes, 19 Feb. 2025
Despite widespread speculation and legal battles, Christopher and Roberta Laundrie were never criminally charged in connection with Gabby Petito's murder.
—Matt Robison, Newsweek, 18 Feb. 2025
Given its high valuation, there continues to be speculation that Skims might seek an IPO this year after initially eyeing one last year.
—Jean E. Palmieri, WWD, 18 Feb. 2025
See All Example Sentences for speculation
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“Speculation.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/speculation. Accessed 1 Mar. 2025.
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