speculation
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One of those belongs to Austin Reaves, who was unwittingly pitted against James this week during unfortunate speculation from James’ agent and close friend Rich Paul.
From Los Angeles Times
Yet in early October, his team abruptly cancelled several campaign events, citing unspecified "state duties" - an explanation many found unconvincing, fuelling speculation about the octogenarian's health.
From BBC
Another Politburo member, former regional leader Ma Xingrui, has missed a series of high-level meetings in recent months, stirring speculation over his fate.
She often wore designer clothes and Jimmy Choo shoes, fueling speculation about enriching herself at the expense of ordinary Venezuelans.
Billionaire developer Rick Caruso will not run for Los Angeles mayor or California governor, after months of speculation that he would seek one of the two posts.
From Los Angeles Times
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