Synonyms

in practice

Idioms

Actually, in fact, especially as opposed to theoretically or in principle . For example, In practice this contraption seems to work, although no one knows how or why . [Second half of 1500s] Also see put into practice .
In the exercise of a particular profession, as in She's an obstetrician and has been in practice for at least ten years . [c. 1700]
In a state of being exercised so as to maintain one's skill, as in This trumpeter is always in practice . [Early 1600s] For an antonym, see out of practice .

Example Sentences

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This week, Mahmood visited reception and removal centres for asylum seekers near Copenhagen, the Danish capital, to examine how a tougher set of policies were working in practice.

From BBC

Carried over into the real world, where friction is everywhere, theories often fade or fail in practice.

From The Wall Street Journal

The treaty implements a political deal agreed between the UK and EU in June last year, and confirms key details of how the new arrangements will work in practice.

From BBC

Protecting ratepayers from AI-driven power costs, however, is far more complicated in practice, said Mark Wolfe, executive director of the National Energy Assistance Directors Association, which works with state officials to implement low-income heating assistance.

From MarketWatch

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