theory
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No neutral theory will produce a socially desirable result in every case.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 2, 2026
They said they didn’t yet have a theory about why.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 2, 2026
Prosecutors charged Linton under an “implied malice” theory, meaning Linton is guilty if she knew her actions were dangerous to human life but undertook them anyway.
From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 1, 2026
That may sound fine in theory, but is almost certainly a terrible idea in practice.
From MarketWatch ● Oct. 1, 2026
Maybe the chaos theory of cosmology could explain it.
From "Shine!" by J.J. and Chris Grabenstein
As the players gathered for breakfast, other theories began to surface.
From BBC ● Oct. 2, 2026
For about 40 years, physicists have used conformal field theories to calculate how far apart those energy rungs should be.
From Science Daily ● Oct. 1, 2026
There are several theories about the rise of Gen Z launching businesses, Fairlie said.
From MarketWatch ● Sep. 30, 2026
The lack of clarity over the weekend incident has sparked different unverified theories, with some media reporting allegations that the men could even be fuel thieves.
From Barron's ● Sep. 29, 2026
Possessed-Anat hadn’t said, never got around to saying before she disappeared, who “she” was, and Clara wouldn’t dare entertain her theories.
From "Night Owls" by A.R. Vishny
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