“in theory”
According to a set of principles or ideas that may be logically sound but have not necessarily been proven in practice. Listen to how native speakers pronounce "in theory" in the video clips below.
Hear how "in theory" sounds in real speech — 1,000 examples from 10 videos, movies, and TV shows. Sources: Arcane, Black Mirror, Daredevil, Dark Matter, Ozark and 4 more.
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“In theory,”
skilled labor and consumer demand. … that coalition could source
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TV ShowArcane
Arcane — S02E08
“In theory.”
This will allow you to evolve others? … But Jayce's attack has done its work.
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TV ShowBlack Mirror
Black Mirror — S06E02
“In theory.”
Well, of course. I mean, you must too. … Sort of do.
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TV ShowDaredevil
Daredevil — S02E01
“In theory.”
and I'd probably just
arrest your ass myself. … I guess we really
can't help each other after all.
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TV ShowDark Matter
Dark Matter — S01E04
“In theory.”
Do you think your world is behind one of these doors? … So, how do we find it?
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TV ShowOzark
Ozark — S01E03
“In theory.”
and you're at the bottom, with an anchor tied around your torso. … Follow me.
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TV ShowThe Mandalorian
The Mandalorian — S03E06
“In theory.”
then we should be able to determine its point of origin. … Let me see what I can find out.
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TV ShowWhite Collar
White Collar — S02E05
“In theory.”
I like it. … Yeah, but that's all it is,
a theory.
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TV ShowYellowstone
Yellowstone — S05E11
“in theory.”
and another to execute the choke... … We would never use a choke hold
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MovieTwilight
Twilight
“In theory.”
Do you trust me? … Then close your eyes.
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