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Present participle for to form a theory or conjecture about a subject without firm evidence
“Many were left bemused when Giorgio began to speculate that ancient aliens had built the great pyramids.”
Present participle for to suppose or consider to be the case without firm evidence
“You might speculate that he is having an affair, and this is going too far.”
Present participle for to predict, prophesy, or tell of future events
“I speculate that he will probably be relegated to sitting on his throne in the backyard.”
Present participle for to believe or expect to be the case
“We speculate that tomorrow's winners will be those companies that possess accountants who have a full understanding of their industry's long-term growth patterns and corporate profiles.”
Present participle for to think or ponder about something
“It is hardly profitable to speculate deeply why my dream took the form of a leering demon with the impolite habit of squatting on my chest.”
Present participle for to invest money in the hope of gain but with the risk of loss
“And, did it become popular to borrow in Euros to speculate in higher-yielding Mexican or Brazilian securities?”
Present participle for to take a risk, with the potential of a loss or positive outcome
Present participle for to entertain an idea or the possibility of doing something
Present participle for to give or spend money on something, especially for some benefit or purpose
Present participle for to be bold or daring enough to do something risky or audacious
Present participle for to spread gossip or tell a supposed truth
Present participle for to design or plan an approach for a given task or project
Having a curious or inquisitive nature
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