31.   The Israeli army denied the widespread speculation that Israel wanted either to expel Arafat or even kill him.

32.   The tightness of this election has led to widespread speculation this week that the majority could actually shift between elections because of lawmakers dying or switching parties.

33.   The third coaching casualty of the season sparked widespread speculation around the league about future moves.

34.   Their statements have fueled widespread speculation that the transaction could be doomed.

35.   There had been widespread speculation that the blasts were the work of disaffected members of the armed forces loyal to former President Suharto.

36.   There has been widespread speculation in the locker room that all of the losing, the mind games and the pounding he takes has worn on Hampton.

37.   There has been widespread speculation that they are seeking political asylum in Britain.

38.   There is widespread speculation among local officials that US troops will use the Jalalabad airport as a staging ground for a battle at Tora Bora.

39.   There is widespread speculation that Bauer is drawing support from church-based groups, but Bauer has declined to make any prediction about his strength.

40.   There had been widespread speculation that the position of Westphal, whose three-year contract was ending, also was in jeopardy.