Words similar to opining

Example sentences for: opining

How can you use “opining” in a sentence? Here are some example sentences to help you improve your vocabulary:

The WP spotlights the "early-bird" shopping trend; the NYT likewise hones in on the bargain hunters, opining that "the 1990s have transformed the holiday shopping experience into one giant national hunt for deals."
The paper quotes Speaker Dennis Hastert opining that there is a tax agreement with the White House in the offing.
How many of those opining solemnly on the Indonesian financial crisis this past week know (or care) squat about Indonesian finance?
He's been opining for 25 years.
Perhaps my insider's view is biased, but at least it's informed, unlike those of the many armchair experts opining on the matter.