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In psychology, speculation refers to the act of forming a hypothesis or a theory based on limited or incomplete information. It involves making assumptions or guesses about the possible causes, outcomes, or underlying mechanisms of a particular phenomenon or behavior. Speculation is an essential component of scientific inquiry and can drive research and generate new ideas. However, it can also lead to unfounded beliefs, biases, and errors if not approached with caution.

Speech refers to the communication or expression of thoughts, desires and intentions via spoken words.

Gerry Philipsen constructed the Speech Codes Theory while doing social work in a Chicago community where he worked, called "Teamsterville". He got interested originally in communication practices after reading an article entitled "The Ethnography of Speaking."

Speech therapy refers to a rehabilitation specialty that focuses on communication difficulties such as deficits in speech production, understanding speech, reading, and writing.

Speed refers to the amount of time required to perform a complete episode of a behavior from start to finish.

Spendthrift refers to a person who spends money recklessly or wastefully. It can also mean wasteful or extravagant

Sperm refers to the male germ cell.

Sperm bank refers to a storage facility that holds supplies of sperm for future use.

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