as in venture
a risky undertaking
the couple lost all their money in real estate speculations
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Recent Examples of speculation
While local police departments and district attorneys continue to investigate each case individually, the sheer volume and proximity in time have led to mounting public speculation about the possibility of a serial offender.
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Sarah Rumpf-Whitten, FOXNews.com, 5 June 2025
During his appearance on Australia's Today show on Wednesday, June 4, Blanco, 37, shut down speculation that his wedding with his fiancée Selena Gomez, 32, is coming up soon.
—Ashlyn Robinette, People.com, 5 June 2025
The few stars who do publicly discuss procedures are usually bowing to intense speculation or pressure to account for changes in their appearance.
—Oscar Holland, CNN Money, 4 June 2025
Despite speculation about outside candidates, including former 20th Century head Emma Watts, insiders say the company seems most likely to promote from within.
—Peter Kiefer, HollywoodReporter, 4 June 2025
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Sarah Rumpf-Whitten, FOXNews.com, 5 June 2025
During his appearance on Australia's Today show on Wednesday, June 4, Blanco, 37, shut down speculation that his wedding with his fiancée Selena Gomez, 32, is coming up soon.
—Ashlyn Robinette, People.com, 5 June 2025
The few stars who do publicly discuss procedures are usually bowing to intense speculation or pressure to account for changes in their appearance.
—Oscar Holland, CNN Money, 4 June 2025
Despite speculation about outside candidates, including former 20th Century head Emma Watts, insiders say the company seems most likely to promote from within.
—Peter Kiefer, HollywoodReporter, 4 June 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for speculation
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Getty Images The European startup scene was recently shaken by a LinkedIn debate with some venture capitalists applying pressure on founders to embrace a culture of overwork to compete on a global stage.—
Sawdah Bhaimiya,
CNBC,
8 June 2025
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The Indonesian immigrant, former figure skater and early Facebook investor is America’s first and only billionaire female venture capitalist.—
Phoebe Liu,
Forbes.com,
8 June 2025
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The gamble on Cava is Shaich’s most lucrative to date.—
Jemima McEvoy,
Forbes.com,
31 May 2025
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In Pascal’s case, the Emmy campaign represents either an audacious strategy or a significant gamble.—
Clayton Davis,
Variety,
28 May 2025
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“Speculation.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/speculation. Accessed 17 Jun. 2025.
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