as in theory
an idea that is the starting point for making a case or conducting an investigation
working on the hypothesis that teenagers function better in the late morning, some high schools are starting classes later
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Recent Examples of hypothesis
Jill’s hypothesis struck me as unlikely, to say the least.
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David Epstein, ProPublica, 18 July 2025
This hypothesis is largely extrapolated from research in mice.
—Jessica Winter, New Yorker, 14 July 2025
Testing is still underway to confirm this hypothesis.
—Kameryn Griesser, CNN Money, 12 July 2025
During a rather boring testimony, a woman held me hostage in the hallway with hypotheses about the true paternity of Combs’ children.
—Ethan Shanfeld, Variety, 9 July 2025
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David Epstein, ProPublica, 18 July 2025
This hypothesis is largely extrapolated from research in mice.
—Jessica Winter, New Yorker, 14 July 2025
Testing is still underway to confirm this hypothesis.
—Kameryn Griesser, CNN Money, 12 July 2025
During a rather boring testimony, a woman held me hostage in the hallway with hypotheses about the true paternity of Combs’ children.
—Ethan Shanfeld, Variety, 9 July 2025
See All Example Sentences for hypothesis
Recent Examples of Synonyms for hypothesis
Noun
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But Margulis took her theory further; in her view, symbiosis was the driving force of evolution, and many entities were likely composites.—
Zoë Schlanger,
The Atlantic,
23 July 2025
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Energized by these findings, Harland presented his theory to colleagues.—
Laura Poppick
July 22,
Literary Hub,
22 July 2025
Noun
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In an interview with Fortune Intelligence, Turchin said this theory makes sense and fits with his thesis when presented with the similarities.—
Nick Lichtenberg,
Fortune,
26 July 2025
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His thesis was that a network of sensors designed to capture rich and relevant micro-climate data could be used to provide live information that would empower responders to make the best timely decisions during a crisis.—
Dr. Jonathan Reichental,
Forbes.com,
25 July 2025
Noun
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The proposition included $17.8 million for staff pay increases, including raises for special education specialists.—
Keri Heath,
Austin American Statesman,
30 July 2025
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For most organizations, and particularly century-old companies, transformation and change is seldom an easy proposition.—
Randy Bean,
Forbes.com,
27 July 2025
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“Hypothesis.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/hypothesis. Accessed 4 Aug. 2025.
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