THEORIES Synonyms: 35 Similar and Opposite Words

theories

noun

plural of theory

as in hypotheses

an idea that is the starting point for making a case or conducting an investigation set out to prove her theory that people can't really taste any difference between colas, so they buy according to the product's image

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Recent Examples of theories Over the decades, as Shakur’s stature grew and evolved, there were flare-ups of media interest and theories but no conclusions or arrests. — Dominic Patten, Deadline, 13 Oct. 2026 Be curious, not judgmental All of the above has unleashed theories about Simmons among fans and, of course, in the online world. — Kansas City Star, 12 Oct. 2026 Other theories are even more esoteric and/or difficult to measure. — George Calhoun, Fortune, 11 Oct. 2026 Still, investigators could bring charges here under different theories, legal experts said. — Eric Levenson, CNN Money, 11 Oct. 2026 Other current theories reckon that it is named for Syracuse in Sicily and or the Greek island of Syros. — Mike Desimone, Robb Report, 9 Oct. 2026 Our children need to be prepared for life and not filled with nebulous theories of fairness and diversity. — Sun Sentinel Editorial Board, Sun Sentinel, 8 Oct. 2026 But when the 17-year-old Russian returns what seems like moments later with a solution to significantly advance the theories outlined in the paper, the professor finds himself with a new research partner. — David Rooney, HollywoodReporter, 6 Oct. 2026 Set across 12 days, 22 players emulate the TV show at the castle by building trust with other players during missions as well as building believable theories during The Round Table. — Tanya Fedak, Variety, 6 Oct. 2026

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The researchers suggested several hypotheses for why this happened, but cortisol’s purpose remains unproven.

— Maria Mocerino, Interesting Engineering, 17 Oct. 2026
Earlier studies have pointed to different hypotheses about the formation of the lunar magnetic field.

— Jacopo Prisco, CNN Money, 29 Sep. 2026

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