as in venture
a risky undertaking
the couple lost all their money in real estate speculations
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De Sarno’s departure is fueling speculation around Hedi Slimane, who left Celine in October last year, and who is rumored to be buying an apartment in Milan.
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Luisa Zargani, WWD, 6 Feb. 2025
Alonso’s agreement concludes a multiyear saga fraught with speculation about the slugger’s future in Queens.
—Peter Sblendorio, New York Daily News, 6 Feb. 2025
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While speculation runs wild, the rap legend is keeping details under wraps, fueling anticipation with a cryptic Instagram Story video.
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From renovating their homes to relocating entirely, the constant moves have sparked much speculation.
—Shelby Stewart, Essence, 28 Jan. 2025
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Luisa Zargani, WWD, 6 Feb. 2025
Alonso’s agreement concludes a multiyear saga fraught with speculation about the slugger’s future in Queens.
—Peter Sblendorio, New York Daily News, 6 Feb. 2025
Explore Lil Wayne See latest videos, charts and news
While speculation runs wild, the rap legend is keeping details under wraps, fueling anticipation with a cryptic Instagram Story video.
—Jessica Lynch, Billboard, 5 Feb. 2025
From renovating their homes to relocating entirely, the constant moves have sparked much speculation.
—Shelby Stewart, Essence, 28 Jan. 2025
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“Speculation.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/speculation. Accessed 20 Feb. 2025.
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