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Recent Examples of speculation
Critics say Live Local has encouraged rampant speculation by developers looking to enhance the value of property by locking in Live Local approvals for massive projects that may be financially unfeasible to build.
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Andres Viglucci,
Miami Herald,
1 July 2026
LeBron James is reportedly leaving the Los Angeles Lakers after eight seasons and one championship, sparking widespread speculation about his next move and Bronny James's future.
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Darren Cooper,
Forbes.com,
1 July 2026
Taken together, the outreach is likely to fuel speculation that Harris is working to strengthen relationships with progressive leaders after years of criticism from some on the Left over her record and political positioning.
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Barnini Chakraborty,
The Washington Examiner,
1 July 2026
There is some speculation that the coup was a hoax, however, as Roy Bates was later represented in court by one of Sealand’s Dutch occupiers.
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Encyclopedia Britannica,
30 June 2026
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Andres Viglucci,
Miami Herald,
1 July 2026
LeBron James is reportedly leaving the Los Angeles Lakers after eight seasons and one championship, sparking widespread speculation about his next move and Bronny James's future.
—
Darren Cooper,
Forbes.com,
1 July 2026
Taken together, the outreach is likely to fuel speculation that Harris is working to strengthen relationships with progressive leaders after years of criticism from some on the Left over her record and political positioning.
—
Barnini Chakraborty,
The Washington Examiner,
1 July 2026
There is some speculation that the coup was a hoax, however, as Roy Bates was later represented in court by one of Sealand’s Dutch occupiers.
—
Encyclopedia Britannica,
30 June 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for speculation
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The gamble shows Toronto is looking to catch lightning in a bottle for a second time.
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This career shift, though not yet officially confirmed by Rodriguez or the UFC, represents a significant gamble.
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Under his guidance, J Records ignited the careers of Alicia Keys, Jennifer Hudson and, through a joint venture with Octone Records, Maroon 5.
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Well versed in what the lunar surface truly offers, Britt scolded a number of arty accounts of lunar territory promulgated by both NASA and commercial space ventures.
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For the best chance of seeing them, move away from city lights, lie flat on your back and look toward the southern sky near the Aquarius constellation, NASA says.
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Now’s your chance to grab a closet’s worth of sleek, sculpting essentials, like the SpanxShape Booty Boost leggings for $44 off, and the SpanxSmooth Jersey Crewneck T-Shirt for $30 off.
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“Speculation.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/speculation. Accessed 3 Jul. 2026.
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