theoretically
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However, researchers will not be able to make a more precise forecast for about two years, and both stronger and weaker outcomes remain theoretically possible.
From Science Daily ● Jul. 21, 2026
They target companionship chatbots, but could theoretically affect general-use AI bots if they are prompted to give emotional responses.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 15, 2026
The costs could theoretically be covered by the $1 billion in funding the federal government has allocated for the Games’ costs.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 8, 2026
However, a midday kick-off is expected to see temperatures hit highs of about 26C, which will theoretically make conditions even more difficult.
From BBC ● Jul. 3, 2026
I never dreamed that anything could actually happen to him, though theoretically, of course—and this in Dennis’ language—many events can take place.
From "Native Speaker" by Chang-rae Lee
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