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"A lot of people are speculating we're going to get a tremendous amount of money - it doesn't work like that," Paul said.

From BBC • Feb. 1, 2026

Some former classmates are speculating about his mental health and whether he envied Loureiro’s successful career.

From The Wall Street Journal • Dec. 20, 2025

Investors are speculating that the federal government may offer more support for the sector, while also awaiting news on a potential critical-minerals agreement between Washington and Canberra.

From Barron's • Oct. 20, 2025

In viral posts across platforms like Reddit, X, Instagram, Facebook and TikTok, people are speculating about why both Erivo and Grande look thinner.

From Salon • Nov. 21, 2024

Folks are speculating all the time ’bout how much money Mrs. Holton has.

From "Elijah of Buxton" by Christopher Paul Curtis