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The phrase "on the theory" is correct and usable in written English.
It can be used when discussing a hypothesis or a conceptual framework that underlies a particular argument or idea.
Example: "On the theory that all humans are inherently rational, we can predict their decision-making processes."
Alternatives: "based on the premise" or "according to the hypothesis".
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Later on, the theory is modified by incorporating the failure of repair hypothesis.
Rating: 9/10, based on the theory that nothing and no one is a 10.
Concentrate on the theory".
It depends on the theory of classification.
The game draws on the theory of natural selection.
"We don't vote on the theory of relativity.
I functioned on the theory that I'm pure of heart".
Fourier worked on the theory almost his entire life.
"We are largely working on the theory that this was an accident," Mr. de Robien said.
Abbott himself is ambivalent on the theory of man-made climate change.
Darwin works on the theory for 20 more years but holds back from publishing.
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