theoretically

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So if McConaughey has a trademark on his voice saying a phrase, then theoretically any AI-generated voice that sounds similar to it could be considered a violation of that trademark, according to Gerben.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 28, 2026

Because tracheoles take up so little space, insects could theoretically increase their number without major structural constraints.

From Science Daily • Apr. 25, 2026

Balancing the burden between current and future cohorts is a tricky question, both theoretically and practically.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 21, 2026

Based on its start time, the truce theoretically expires overnight on Tuesday, Iran time, although in his comments to Bloomberg Trump said the end was Wednesday evening Washington time.

From Barron's • Apr. 21, 2026

I never dreamed that anything could actually happen to him, though theoretically, of course—and this in Dennis’ language—many events can take place.

From "Native Speaker" by Chang-rae Lee