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.
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In short, exosomes are promising in theory, mysterious in practice, and poorly regulated in reality.
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Boutayna Chokrane, Wired News, 30 May 2025
Iowa’s pre-snap motion and disguised formations caused identification problems for its opponents and even its own defenders in practice.
—Scott Dochterman, New York Times, 29 May 2025
What this means in practice is that these are headphones best used for solo listening in a quiet place.
—Mark Sparrow, Forbes.com, 29 May 2025
Although most Americans support military ties in principle, increasing numbers would like to see U.S. allies contribute more in practice.
—Ely Ratner, Foreign Affairs, 27 May 2025
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Boutayna Chokrane, Wired News, 30 May 2025
Iowa’s pre-snap motion and disguised formations caused identification problems for its opponents and even its own defenders in practice.
—Scott Dochterman, New York Times, 29 May 2025
What this means in practice is that these are headphones best used for solo listening in a quiet place.
—Mark Sparrow, Forbes.com, 29 May 2025
Although most Americans support military ties in principle, increasing numbers would like to see U.S. allies contribute more in practice.
—Ely Ratner, Foreign Affairs, 27 May 2025
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“In practice.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/in%20practice. Accessed 8 Jun. 2025.
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