idiom
theory in practice
THEE-oh-ree in PRAK-tis
ˈθɪəri ɪn ˈpræktɪsListen
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Syllable breakdown
theoryinpractice
Dictionary meaning
How an abstract concept works when applied to real-world situations.
Examples
- The theory sounded compelling in the boardroom, but theory in practice proved far messier.
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