speculate
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Some observers speculate that glass could soon replace the film, but experts suggest that’s unlikely.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 12, 2026
Some economists speculate that immigrants are rejoining the workforce, boosting the labor supply.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 6, 2026
Councillor Ellen Forson, leader of Clackmannanshire Council, said it would not be fair to speculate ahead of the findings of initial investigations by the Mining Remediation Authority, which are expected next week.
From BBC • May 30, 2026
The contract gave traders using the offshore platform the opportunity to speculate on the price of SpaceX ahead of the company’s highly anticipated IPO.
From MarketWatch • May 20, 2026
And—like it was something fun to speculate about.
From "The Strangers" by Margaret Peterson Haddix
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Common Senses: Spec, Spect, Spic ("Look")
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