Example: For all practical purposes, the project is finished today.
Definition
"For all practical purposes" is an expression used to indicate that something is considered true or accepted in most situations, despite minor exceptions or theoretical differences. It means that, in everyday use or reality, the stated fact effectively holds true.
Translations
a efectos prácticos
voor alle praktische doeleinden
a efectes pràctics
dans la pratique
praktisch gesehen
Etymology
The phrase "for all practical purposes" originates from legal and formal contexts where distinctions mattered less than real-world application. It emphasizes functionality over theoretical or ideal conditions. Did you know? Its widespread use reflects the human preference for pragmatism over perfection.
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"For all practical purposes" appears in the Vocaplus list "English - General - Idioms and Proverbs - (C1) - set 1", containing 130 commonly used expressions.
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