SPECULATING (ABOUT) Synonyms: 52 Similar and Opposite Words

speculating (about)

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present participle of speculate (about)

as in brooding (about or over)

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reasoning

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This chain of reasoning purposefully stokes fear in the hearts of Broward citizens.

— Sun Sentinel Editorial Board, Sun Sentinel, 29 Oct. 2026
But the choice was intentional, and based on reasoning Abbott quickly came to understand.

— CT Jones, Rolling Stone, 29 Oct. 2026

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