theoretically
adverb
the·o·ret·i·cal·ly
ˌthē-ə-ˈre-ti-k(ə-)lē 
ˌthir-ˈe-ti-
1
: according to an ideal or assumed set of facts or principles : in theory
2
: in a theoretical way
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State of play: With Republican majorities, the bill theoretically has a better shot at advancing this year, but here's something to consider:
The chair of the important House Oversight Committee, Rep. James Comer, has friendly-ish ties with Bowser.
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Cuneyt Dil, Axios, 11 Feb. 2025
However, curcumin's antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties could theoretically be useful in cancer prevention and treatment.
—Amber J. Tresca, Verywell Health, 10 Feb. 2025
If the Heat misses the playoffs and keeps its pick this year, the Heat theoretically could select a player with the intent of trading that player in a prearranged trade, giving Miami essentially four tradable picks for a few hours.
—Barry Jackson, Miami Herald, 6 Feb. 2025
If the appeals court ends the case for good, the Justice Department could theoretically release the report.
—Dave Goldiner, New York Daily News, 29 Jan. 2025
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Cuneyt Dil, Axios, 11 Feb. 2025
However, curcumin's antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties could theoretically be useful in cancer prevention and treatment.
—Amber J. Tresca, Verywell Health, 10 Feb. 2025
If the Heat misses the playoffs and keeps its pick this year, the Heat theoretically could select a player with the intent of trading that player in a prearranged trade, giving Miami essentially four tradable picks for a few hours.
—Barry Jackson, Miami Herald, 6 Feb. 2025
If the appeals court ends the case for good, the Justice Department could theoretically release the report.
—Dave Goldiner, New York Daily News, 29 Jan. 2025
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“Theoretically.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/theoretically. Accessed 20 Feb. 2025.
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