directly
Example Sentences
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The Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs did not directly respond to questions about a refundable deposit for vapes.
From BBC • Jun. 1, 2026
She never spoke directly to Joe about her concerns, however.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 1, 2026
Although lifestyle factors were associated with thymic health, the studies did not investigate whether changing those factors can directly improve thymus function.
From Science Daily • Jun. 1, 2026
They show up directly in inflation data like PCE but also affect shipping, airline fares, food production, utilities, packaging, business profit margins and consumer psychology.
From Salon • Jun. 1, 2026
I look directly at Karly as I speak.
From "Code Name Kingfisher" by Liz Kessler
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