speculate
verb (used without object)
to engage in thought or reflection; meditate (often followed by on, upon, or a clause).
speculates
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present tense formof speculate (3rd person singular).present tense
Used to describe things happening now or regularly.
Example Sentences
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The author speculates that Hobsbawm “probably would have accepted either offer,” but finds no evidence of any approaches.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 14, 2026
"Our current findings suggest that in stress-associated psychiatric disorders such as depression, the CRH system in OPCs may play a greater role than previously known," Deussing speculates.
From Science Daily ● Aug. 14, 2026
News coverage speculates about a "new tone" from the president.
From BBC ● Apr. 27, 2026
A raid to seize the enriched uranium, in what Kavanagh speculates is an attempt to “embarrass” Iran into submission, would face a slew of problems.
From Salon ● Apr. 3, 2026
Sleight speculates that Ruess inscribed this Nemo not long after departing Davis Gulch.
From "Into the Wild" by Jon Krakauer
