speculating

Example Sentences

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But alongside it, he issued an opinion speculating that the surrogacy contract may be unconstitutional and void.

From Slate • May 13, 2026

While we have counseled that speculating on earnings reports is gambling, it remains one of the most prevalent pastimes in the stock and options market.

From Barron's • Apr. 28, 2026

It is a running joke on many wedding days, with guests speculating if a bride will get to the church on time.

From BBC • Apr. 23, 2026

Dinosaur fans had been speculating about the existence of prehistoric creatures in “The End of Oak Street” for months before the world had any proper confirmation.

From Salon • Apr. 12, 2026

That evening we spent most of our run speculating about what Myers would tell us.

From "Just Mercy" by Bryan Stevenson