in practice

idiom

—used to say what is actually done or what the actual effect or result of something is

The software is designed to block pornographic websites, but in practice, it blocks many other sites as well.

In actual practice, people sometimes forget to take their medication.

Examples of in practice in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Daniels returned to the point of light participation in practice by minicamp last month, and his ramp-up to the upcoming season will be a focal point for the team. —David Furones, Sun Sentinel, 14 July 2025

An example of how this plays out in practice can be seen in the following screenshot from Ajax’s 2-1 home victory against Feyenoord in February, where Henderson drops deep to split the centre-backs. —Conor O'Neill, New York Times, 12 July 2025

Ackman eagerly accepted and sent Kyrgios some videos of himself in practice matches and doubles matches. —Chris Morris, Fortune, 11 July 2025

The All-Star captain participated in practice Monday which was open to season ticket holders, playing in a 5-on-5 scrimmage. —Staff, Mercury News, 9 July 2025

Rhymes for in practice

• malpractice
• actus
• cactus
• practise
• tractus