in practice

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—used to say what is actually done or what the actual effect or result of something is

The software is designed to block pornographic websites, but in practice, it blocks many other sites as well.

In actual practice, people sometimes forget to take their medication.

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Mid last year, the agency instituted a flat reimbursement fee across all providers for ABA services at a level that was lower than what many providers were charging in practice. —

Kayla Dwyer, The Indianapolis Star, 19 Dec. 2024 This is what having a performance director actually means in practice at Newcastle. —

Chris Waugh, The Athletic, 17 Dec. 2024 How exactly those shifts will manifest themselves in practice, however, remains to be seen, and some of those changes may even end up having silver linings. —

Mary Foley, Forbes, 16 Dec. 2024 Waddle was limited in practice this week with a hamstring strain, but was ready to go for Sunday's matchup. —

Raja Krishnamoorthi, Newsweek, 15 Dec. 2024 See all Example Sentences for in practice