theory

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One theory believed to be part of the investigation is that the school, next to an Islamic Revolutionary Guards Corps base, could have been hit as a result of outdated intelligence.

From BBC • Apr. 3, 2026

In theory, that limits the scenarios in which banks take a hit to only very severe and rapid losses among the underlying loans.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 1, 2026

In theory, the majority might have felt it was proper for the lower court to take the first stab as a matter of appellate procedure.

From Slate • Mar. 31, 2026

Round number theory then came into play at $30 with a bearish shooting star candle on March 19.

From Barron's • Mar. 31, 2026

And if it was in the United States, the theory went, it must be with J. P. Morgan.

From "The Mona Lisa Vanishes" by Nicholas Day