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Recent Examples of speculation
On Wednesday, it was confirmed that Nuno would remain as head coach despite speculation surrounding his future.
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Roshane Thomas, New York Times, 28 May 2026
Jennifer Lopez is clearing the air amid speculation about her off-camera dynamic with co-star Brett Goldstein.
—Lara Walsh, InStyle, 28 May 2026
Neither Holland nor Zendaya has confirmed or denied speculation of their nuptials.
—Skyler Caruso, PEOPLE, 28 May 2026
Since then, speculation has congealed into reality.
—Business Columnist, Los Angeles Times, 27 May 2026
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Roshane Thomas, New York Times, 28 May 2026
Jennifer Lopez is clearing the air amid speculation about her off-camera dynamic with co-star Brett Goldstein.
—Lara Walsh, InStyle, 28 May 2026
Neither Holland nor Zendaya has confirmed or denied speculation of their nuptials.
—Skyler Caruso, PEOPLE, 28 May 2026
Since then, speculation has congealed into reality.
—Business Columnist, Los Angeles Times, 27 May 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for speculation
Noun
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Lando Norris may have taken the lead, which showed a possible upside to the strategy gamble given the grip levels.—
Madeline Coleman,
New York Times,
27 May 2026
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But that’s not the only reason this gamble on Paxton could end up being a disaster for Republicans.—
S.E. Cupp,
New York Daily News,
27 May 2026
Noun
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The hotel was originally Maison de la Luz, a venture from the Ace Hotel Group.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
2 June 2026
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Bethany Meuleners, head of venture at Variloom, told Sourcing Journal that the partnership sees both companies at an inflection point as sourcing transparency becomes the bare minimum in the fashion industry, as opposed to a competitive edge.—
Roy Stephen Canivel,
Footwear News,
1 June 2026
Noun
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Saturday’s forecast suggests around a 50% chance of rain in the vicinity of the cave system, as Laos enters its annual rainy season.—
CNN Money,
CNN Money,
30 May 2026
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Reeve said Kayla McBride led the defensive stand that limited Chicago’s chances in the paint.—
Mike Cook,
Twin Cities,
30 May 2026
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“Speculation.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/speculation. Accessed 3 Jun. 2026.
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