theorized

• past participle

  past participle

  A verb form used in perfect and passive verb constructions and that can also function as a modifier.

  of theorize.
  theorize

  verb (used without object)

  to form a theory or theories.
• past tense form

  past tense

  Used to describe completed actions or previous habitual actions.

  of theorize.
  theorize

  verb (used without object)

  to form a theory or theories.

Example Sentences

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theorized

But Levine saw their similarities and theorized that Schultz had designed them to be displayed together, something often sought by couples.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 26, 2026

Although investigators haven’t determined a motive for the arboreal attacks, both residents and law enforcement officers have theorized they may be the work of a homeowner seeking to improve property value.

From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 19, 2026

Since at least the 1960s, economists have theorized that most people should annuitize a portion of their wealth by handing it to an insurance company in exchange for a lifelong monthly payment.

From MarketWatch ● Jun. 26, 2026

"We synthesize unique nanoscale building blocks and stack them into interesting structures. In this case, we were able to stabilize these theorized transitional structures and demonstrate important quantum optical properties."

From Science Daily ● May 30, 2026

If so, Penelope theorized, and if Lady Constance were not so terribly spoiled but had instead had the benefit of a more Swanburne-like education, she might well turn out to be a perfectly pleasant companion.

From "The Hidden Gallery" by Maryrose Wood

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