1.   It also rejected speculation that Button was trying to steal the plane.

2.   SE last night rejected speculation that the departure of a string of executives indicated deep-seated discontent.

3.   At an early afternoon press conference, Takenori Osakabe, managing director at Sumitomo Trust, rejected the speculation.

4.   Both prospective partners have rejected speculation that the deal will collapse.

5.   A longtime Maine resident and graduate of Kennebunk High School, Lehane also rejected any speculation that he may have been involved in the story.

6.   Chancellor of the Exchequer Kenneth Clarke rejected any speculation he would be standing in the leadership contest.

7.   Garantia in recent days has rejected speculation it is having solvency problems because of big swings in Brazilian financial markets.

8.   He rejected speculation GM was considering shortening its Corsa model to make a micro.

9.   Her staff adamantly rejects speculation the she might be the next Republican to drop out of the race.

10.   Last week, several top generals rejected this speculation but again insisted that the government press ahead with the ban.