in principle
Frequency: 9.035.2 per million words
In theory or as a general idea, but maybe not in reality.
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- I agree with you in principle, but we'll need to discuss the details.
- The plan sounds good in principle, but its implementation might be challenging.
- We are in principle committed to supporting renewable energy sources.
- She accepted the offer in principle, pending final contract review.
- The two parties have agreed in principle on a ceasefire.
- In principle, everyone should have access to quality education.
- The government's proposal is acceptable in principle, but further amendments are needed.
- While I support the idea in principle, I have concerns about the practicalities.
- They've approved the project in principle, so we can move forward with planning.
- In principle, the new policy aims to reduce inequality, though its effects remain to be seen.