In theory the most out or of

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Hi,1) “I like him the most of or out of my classmates.”I’m not entirely sure which one to use.2) Some exams consist of a theoretical and practical part. Could I say:“I scored fifteen points in theory.”or does it always have to be ‘theoretical part’? I’m afraid that ‘in theory’ doesn’t work because ‘in theory’ also tells us what should happen if a theory is correct. Thank you.

Clive · Accepted Answer

1) “I like him the most of or out of my classmates.”

I’m not entirely sure which one to use. I think both versions are rather ambiguous. But I think the context in which this is said will almost always make the intended meaning clear.

You might like to note that in my experience native speakers seldom use the word 'clssmates'. They often say eg 'the other people in my class'.

2) Some exams consist of a theoretical and practical part. Could I say:

“I scored fifteen points in theory.”

or does it always have to be the‘theoretical part’?

I’m afraid that ‘in theory’ doesn’t work because ‘in theory’ also tells us what should happen if a theory is correct.

Yes, that's true. But in real life, students often speak of their courses and subjects by such shortened names. They all understand what their peers are talking about. but outsiders might find it a bit confusing.

Clive

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