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theorize

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Definition of theorize

as in to speculate

to think of or suggest ideas about what is possibly true or real; to form or suggest a theory about something Many scientists have theorized about the possibility of life on other planets.

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Recent Examples of theorize Historians theorize the unidentified vessel may also have originated in the Netherlands. — Andrew Paul, Popular Science, 25 June 2026 Following initial reports last month that the event would be held at Madison Square Garden, some theorized that the choice could be an elaborate smoke screen to divert attention from the couple’s real wedding plans. — Jake Offenhartz, Fortune, 2 July 2026 While fans have long theorized that the Marvel star is the voice behind the character, Matheson confirms the actor’s cameo to PEOPLE. — Kirsten Acuna, PEOPLE, 26 June 2026 Dodds and the late Donnie Duncan, then Oklahoma’s athletic director, often discussed television happenings in the sport and began theorizing a different path. — Sam Khan Jr, New York Times, 1 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for theorize

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KiMi Robinson Ahead of an event that was speculated to be Swift and Kelce's rehearsal dinner at MSG on July 2, members of the couple's inner circle were mobilizing across New York City.

— Bryan West, USA Today, 4 July 2026
The bicentennial was an obvious time to take stock of things — and to speculate what life might be like 50 years later.

— Steve Bousquet, Sun Sentinel, 4 July 2026

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