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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

speculating

/ˌspɛkjʊˈleɪtɪŋ/ verb · British & US
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What does speculating mean?

verb

To form or express a theory or opinion about something without firm evidence, or to engage in a business or financial transaction in the hope of making a profit.

Example

"The investors were speculating about the future value of the company's stock."

Definition generated by AI and curated by RJS Tech Solutions LLP.

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