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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"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
He speculates that tariffs and inflation related to the war in Iran have played major roles in increasing travel expenses from $50,000 to at least $60,000 in one year.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 12, 2026
Ms. Allen speculates that the document was “likely” given to Richmond by Paine after he returned to England in 1787.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jun. 12, 2026
News coverage speculates about a "new tone" from the president.
From BBC ● Apr. 27, 2026
Sleight speculates that Ruess inscribed this Nemo not long after departing Davis Gulch.
From "Into the Wild" by Jon Krakauer
