Definitions

in practice

ADJECTIVE

virtual

Synonyms

WEAK

basic constructive essential fundamental implicit implied in all but name in conduct in effect indirect potential practical pragmatic tacit unacknowledged

Antonyms

WEAK

actual authentic real

Example Sentences

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Having a whole country on your knee was weird enough in theory, but it was all kinds of awkward in practice.

From Literature

However, it is an indicator of how laws and regulations governing employers and services are being interpreted in practice.

From BBC

It is still unclear what the Board of Peace would do in practice.

From The Wall Street Journal

Under its argument, there are no constraints in practice on a President’s removal authority.

From The Wall Street Journal

Technically yes, but in practice -- it's not so simple.

From Barron's