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Theory

/θˈɪri/
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(noun) A description of an event or system that is considered to be accurate.

I think I have a theory about that.
In theory, there is no difference between theory and practice. But, in practice, there is.
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Einstein's ____ of relativity transformed our understanding of the universe and the nature of time today.

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