in theory
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in theory(
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)A phrase is a group of words commonly used together (e.g., once upon a time).
1. (general)
a. en teoría
What sounds great in theory can be a failure when put it into practice.Lo que suena bien en teoría puede resultar un fracaso en la práctica.
b. teóricamente
In theory, smoking in bars is forbidden, but everybody does it anyway.Teóricamente está prohibido fumar en los bares, pero igual todo el mundo lo hace.
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