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directly

[dih-rekt-lee, dahy-] / dɪˈrɛkt li, daɪ- /




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Directly simulating the long-term evolution of massive binary black holes remains computationally difficult because of the enormous timescales involved.

From Science Daily • Jun. 5, 2026

Directly owned real estate would be exempt because it is already subject to property taxes.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 2, 2026

Directly owned HSAs are funded with after-tax dollars, but you can claim a tax deduction for the amount you contribute.

From Barron's • Oct. 5, 2025

Directly across the street was the tidy home of the kindly elderly professor who lived behind a bevy of beautiful trees.

From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 16, 2025

Directly below these sneakers, I see a street sign.

From "Middlesex: A Novel" by Jeffrey Eugenides




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