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Free sign upThe phrase "as a theory" is correct and usable in written English.
It can be used when discussing a concept or idea that is proposed or considered as a theoretical framework rather than a proven fact.
Example: "As a theory, the idea suggests that human behavior is influenced by both genetic and environmental factors."
Alternatives: "in theory" or "theoretically speaking".
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As a theory, it holds water.
So we teach it as a theory, and we teach creationism as a theory.
You then refer to intelligent design as a theory.
Not so much as a theory that's been tested.
But, as a theory, it is also riddled with holes.
As a theory of the novel, this might be interesting.
Goethe's colour theory has real originality as a theory of vision rather than as a theory of light.
They say that merely presenting creationism as a theory does not violate state or federal law.
It had originally been invented as a theory of nuclear forces but had fallen from favor.
Hasan courageously presented evolution as a theory initially recorded by Muslim thinkers.
Many physicists regard general relativity as a theory of exemplary beauty.
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Since I tried Ludwig back in 2017, I have been constantly using it in both editing and translation. Ever since, I suggest it to my translators at ProSciEditing.
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