in principle

1. Fundamentally, in general, but not necessarily in all particulars. For example, The diplomats accepted the idea in principle but would rely on experts to work out all the details. [Early 1800s]

Example Sentences

Andy Williams, from the UCU, said it was not opposed to the venture in principle, but that it had serious concerns regarding staff workload and the speed with which it had been set up.

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The judge there, Lord Justice Bean, said the temporary injunction ruling was "seriously flawed in principle".

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Explaining the Court of Appeal decision, Lord Justice Bean said the initial injunction - issued by the High Court - was "seriously flawed in principle".

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Overturning the injunction, Lord Justice Bean said the High Court ruling was "seriously flawed in principle".

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There were reports about agreements “in principle” on various things under discussion, although there were no details about what they might be.

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