theorems

plural of theorem

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Recent Examples of theorems Traditionally, mathematicians have had to translate their theorems and proofs into this machine-readable format by hand, a laborious process known as formalization. Benjamin Skuse, IEEE Spectrum, 25 June 2026 Like, if the end is to predict nature, to be able to find formulas and theorems that are true, understanding may be a crutch. Quanta Magazine, 25 June 2026 This question led the mathematician to develop her theorems. Manon Bischoff, Scientific American, 23 June 2026 That morning — to his evident delight — an AI had proved one of Paul Erdős’ mathematical theorems using a branch of mathematics nobody had thought to apply. Nick Lichtenberg, Fortune, 1 June 2026 This large-scale appropriation of the resources that knowledge workers use to make a living – skills, styles, theorems, jokes, recipes – has a historical parallel. Will Glovinsky, The Conversation, 30 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for theorems
Noun
  • No contemporary record confirms who commissioned it, however, and other theories have attributed its patronage to figures including Matilda, William the Conqueror's wife.
    Tiago Ventura, Time, 10 July 2026
  • By more precisely measuring this consequence of general relativity, this study also serves to constrain alternate theories that call Einstein’s conclusions into question.
    Mary Randolph, Scientific American, 8 July 2026
Noun
  • This turns out to be a parable about the long and winding road that runs from mere hypotheses through lab results and real-world data, and then on to solid truth.
    Daniel Engber, The Atlantic, 11 July 2026
  • Powar explained that these systems are increasingly capable of working independently for extended periods, testing hypotheses, solving problems, and adapting their approach without constant human input.
    Christopher McFadden, Interesting Engineering, 10 July 2026

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