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hypothetically

/hɪˈpɒθɛtɪkəli/ adverb · British & US
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What does hypothetically mean?

adverb

Used to introduce a statement or question that is hypothetical or speculative; assumed or supposed for the sake of argument or discussion.

Example

"Hypothetically, if I won the lottery, I would travel the world."

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