as in venture
a risky undertaking the couple lost all their money in real estate speculations

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Recent Examples of speculation Other more important squad members could potentially be sold, with defender Ronald Araujo and goalkeeper Marc-Andre ter Stegen the subject of transfer speculation over their futures. Dermot Corrigan, New York Times, 19 June 2025 Now that Nine Puzzles is a bona fide hit, speculation has turned to the possibility of a second season — although Disney+ and co-producer Kakao Entertainment have yet to confirm any plans. Patrick Brzeski, HollywoodReporter, 19 June 2025 Since the Israel-Iran conflict broke out last week, much speculation has centered on this weapon: the GBU-57/B, the most powerful nonnuclear bomb that is capable of destroying targets deep below the earth. Deni Ellis Béchard, Scientific American, 18 June 2025 Failure to secure a new stadium or improve fan support has triggered speculation of a franchise relocation from Tampa. Scott Soshnick, Sportico.com, 18 June 2025 See All Example Sentences for speculation
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Noun
  • At times, the president’s lucrative exploits in private sector ventures have appeared to be wedded to political initiatives, such as his involvement in the crypto industry.
    Emily Hallas, The Washington Examiner, 21 June 2025
  • The venture passed onto Anderson’s father, Bob, in 1977.
    Tess Kenny, Chicago Tribune, 21 June 2025
Noun
  • Wolf might not be perfect, but the upside of betting on him hitting is worth the gamble.
    Sam Vecenie, New York Times, 26 June 2025
  • That’s enough money to make staying in college the bigger gamble.
    Dom Amore, Hartford Courant, 26 June 2025

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“Speculation.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/speculation. Accessed 30 Jun. 2025.

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