conjecture
noun
the formation or expression of an opinion or theory without sufficient evidence for proof.
conjecturing
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present participleof conjecture.present participle
A verb form that is used in progressive verb constructions and may also function as a modifier or a gerund.
Example Sentences
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Simpson homicide trial in 1994, Wecht was a frequent talk show guest, conjecturing on the “Today” show and “Good Morning America” about the significance of blood samples and other evidence.
From Seattle Times ● May 13, 2024
The outlay had some crypto followers conjecturing that he meant to consolidate the industry in his own hands.
From Los Angeles Times ● Nov. 9, 2022
"Rather than conjecturing whether Xi would restrain actions before the party congress, it is more realistic to analyse its daily military activities and make preparations accordingly," the official added.
From Reuters ● Feb. 23, 2022
Even the former commander of U.S. forces in Afghanistan, Gen. Stanley McChrystal, talked about "insurgent math," conjecturing that for every innocent person killed, the U.S. created 10 new enemies.
From Salon ● Sep. 20, 2021
They had a pleasant five minutes conjecturing about how much was in the bank.
From "A Tree Grows in Brooklyn" by Betty Smith
