metaphysic

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Recent Examples of metaphysic His supporters, though, tend to back him less for metaphysics than for rude practicality. Eric Lach, The New Yorker, 25 Nov. 2019 Of course, people may also be weak-willed about starting to read about metaphysics, epistemology and ethics. Michael Dirda, Washington Post, 20 Nov. 2019 And so, my technique with this book — as with the last one — is to try to go to everything from the metaphysics and the philosophy all the way through to the popular culture. Madeleine Kearns, National Review, 1 Oct. 2019 His theory is that art gets the metaphysics of space in a way that many who've been there cannot express. Thomas Page, CNN, 16 Sep. 2019 See All Example Sentences for metaphysic
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theory
Noun
  • But experts have a few theories about how these dietary habits might influence osteoporosis risk.
    Simon Spichak, Health, 3 Sep. 2025
  • Gleason, famously fascinated with UFOs and metaphysical theory, dreamed up the circular home that embodied futuristic ambition while showcasing old-fashioned craftsmanship.
    Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 3 Sep. 2025

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“Metaphysic.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/metaphysic. Accessed 9 Sep. 2025.

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