speculation
Example Sentences
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That possibility has fueled decades of speculation about whether Europa could host life, placing it among the most important targets for exploration in the solar system.
From Science Daily
“Keep in mind that this is an investigation that is also in its infancy. So any speculation about what has happened would be just that,” Jacobson told reporters.
From Los Angeles Times
Tisdale French, meanwhile, apparently anticipated this kind of speculation in reaction to the New York essay because she had experienced it after blogging about the same topic.
From Los Angeles Times
With all but one player left scratching their heads, speculation has been soaring among eagle‑eyed viewers - with some heads turning to Welsh contestant Fiona.
From BBC
Tomlin spent the better part of the month engulfed in speculation as to whether or not he and Pittsburgh were ready to part company.
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