in theory
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In this situation, in theory any verdict applies only to Gasly, so even if Alpine won, only his race result would change.
From BBC • Jun. 9, 2026
“The longer the supply disruption lasts, the more vulnerable the oil market should be and, in theory, face greater upward volatility whenever de-escalation hopes aren’t fulfilled,” wrote ING analyst Francesco Pesole in a research note.
From Barron's • Jun. 5, 2026
Brian will have to pay filing costs and, if the judge did find that he took a frivolous case, he could, in theory, be held liable for Adam’s legal fees, too.
From MarketWatch • May 28, 2026
One concern is that, if pre-cancerous cells are already present, very high availability of growth-supporting nutrients such as B12 could, in theory, support their growth too.
From Science Daily • May 27, 2026
They were scientists, and their story should be grounded in theory, not guesses.
From "Mountain of Fire" by Rebecca E. F. Barone
