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

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

From BBC

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

From BBC

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

From BBC

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

From Los Angeles Times

"The parties have reached a settlement agreement in principle and began negotiating the terms of a long form settlement agreement," according to court documents filed by both sides, seen by the BBC.

From BBC