theories

NOUN

hypothesis, belief

Synonyms

STRONGEST

approach argument assumption code concept doctrine idea ideology method philosophy plan position premise proposal provision rationale scheme speculation suspicion system thesis understanding

STRONG

base basis codification conditions conjecture dogma feeling foundation grounds guess guesswork hunch impression outlook postulate presentiment presumption shot stab supposal supposition surmise theorem

WEAK

formularization suppose systemization

Antonyms

STRONGEST

disbelief fact information reality truth

STRONG

calculation knowledge measurement proof

WEAK

certainty

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theories

But Frimpong wrote that the new request differed from the earlier one in its evidence, legal theories and proposed relief.

From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 29, 2026

When telescope observations agree with those predictions, they strengthen confidence in current theories.

From Science Daily ● Oct. 27, 2026

Those theories became part of the case against Meghan; that she would sacrifice anyone and anything - even her father - to protect her position and save herself from any embarrassment.

From BBC ● Oct. 23, 2026

In the 1970s, several theories were put forward questioning whether the remains in the coffin were actually those of Lady Shep-En-Hor.

From BBC ● Oct. 23, 2026

There are various theories, all of which have sparked spirited debate.

From "The First State of Being" by Erin Entrada Kelly

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